Assistant to SHEQ Manager Logistics

Location: Co Cork 

Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Ballywater Supply Chain Recruitment is looking for a motivated Assistant to support the Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) Manager & Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) for a highly dynamic role in logistics in the Cork region. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates or candidates with up to one years of experience in SHEQ, compliance, or logistics. You’ll gain exposure to diverse logistics services, including intermodal, petroleum, and food sectors, with a range of day-to-day responsibilities that provide a comprehensive foundation in safety and compliance.

Why Join?

 This role offers the chance to develop hands-on experience in a multifaceted, fast-paced environment. You’ll work across a wide spectrum of logistics services, giving you unique insight into different sectors and operational practices. Every day, you’ll take pride in helping keep the workforce safe, contributing to the well-being of teams and ensuring they return home safely to their families each evening.

You'll also can interact with diverse professionals and teams across various national and international industries. With a large workforce spread throughout Ireland, you’ll engage with and support key sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• SHEQ Compliance: Assist in maintaining high standards of health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance based on industry-recognized frameworks.
• Safety Audits and Reporting: Participate in regular safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments to uphold safety standards.
• Regulatory Documentation: Maintain regulatory documentation to support compliance across quality, environmental, and safety management systems.
• Training and Development: Assist in developing training resources to enhance safety awareness throughout operations.
• DGSA Support: Provide essential support in handling and transporting hazardous materials, working closely with the DGSA to ensure regulatory alignment.
• Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with the SHEQ team to identify and implement process improvements, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Education and Experience: A recent graduate or candidate with up to one year of experience in a SHEQ, compliance, or safety role within logistics, transport, or a related field.
• Certifications: DGSA certification or interest in pursuing it is advantageous.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with standards for quality, environmental, and safety management within logistics and transport sectors is beneficial.
• Skills: Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to adapt to a compliance-focused, standards-driven environment.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with diverse teams and stakeholders.

This role offers an outstanding entry point into SHEQ and compliance or a perfect platform to enhance your experience already gained in the sector, with the chance to work within a diverse logistics operation integral to essential industries in Ireland. Join our client to build a meaningful career in a team dedicated to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Remuneration:

Negotiable DOE

Benefits

• Competitive salary 
• Pension scheme
• Life cover and Death in Service Benefit
• Free parking ONSITE
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee assistance program
• PPE
• Inhouse Training Support

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter to Ian Devoy at hello@ballywater.ie or contact the office directly on 0567803905 for a brief discussion on any of our roles 

About Ballywater Supply Chain Recruitment:

Ballywater Supply Chain Recruitment is a leading specialist recruitment agency, providing national recruitment services to our valued clients and candidates. Specialising in Supply Chain and Logistics Recruitment, gives our team a unique understanding and insider knowledge, our consultants are well-equipped to support candidates at every stage of their career, from entry-level roles to senior leadership positions. 

For more information on Ballywater Supply Chain Recruitment and our full list of open positions, kindly visit www.ballywater.ie.