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Occupational Health and Wellbeing Executive SOC 1181

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    KERRY IVORY DENTAL CLINIC LIMITED
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    Ref: #JOB-2473501
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    12 Denny Street, Tralee, Co. Kerry, V92 ARY9
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    37.5 hours per week
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    37000.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 05 Oct 2026
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    Closing On: 02 Nov 2026

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. 


Key Responsibilities

Occupational Health Management
-Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s occupational health strategy.
-Develop and maintain workplace health risk assessments, health surveillance programmes, and medical screening initiatives in line with statutory requirements.
-Coordinate pre-employment health assessments, return-to-work evaluations, and fitness-for-task assessments.
-Advise management on occupational health risks, control measures, and workplace adjustments.

Employee Well-Being and Support
-Develop evidence-based well-being programmes covering mental health, stress management, resilience, ergonomics, lifestyle health, and related areas.
-Oversee the provision of Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) and other support services.
-Promote a culture of well-being through awareness campaigns, training, and engagement activities.

Safety, Compliance & Policy Development
-Ensure organisational compliance with relevant Irish legislation, including the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act and industry-specific regulations.
-Develop, update, and implement occupational health and well-being policies and procedures.
-Provide expert guidance on incident management, workplace accommodations, and ergonomic assessments.
-Maintain accurate and confidential health records in accordance with GDPR and professional standards.

Strategic Leadership
-Contribute to organisational strategy by integrating health and well-being objectives with business goals.
-Lead cross-functional initiatives related to health and safety culture improvement.
-Analyse occupational health data and produce regular reports for senior management.

Training & Education
-Deliver or coordinate training on occupational health, mental health awareness, ergonomics, hazard identification, and other relevant topics.
-Build capacity among managers and employees to support health and well-being initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement
-Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, HR, health professionals, insurers, regulatory bodies, and safety representatives.
-Manage relationships with third-party occupational health providers and specialists.

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
-Effective delivery of occupational health and well-being programmes.
Compliance with all relevant legislation and internal policies.
-Reduction in workplace health risks and improvement in employee well-being metrics.
-Timely reporting and accurate maintenance of health-related documentation.
-Positive engagement and participation in well-being initiatives.
-Contribution to a demonstrably improved health and safety culture.

Qualification and Experience required :
- Degree in health, medical, dental or relevant.
- An elective 0 to 2 years work experience in similar area, field, role
- Training shall be provided on job
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Career Level

  • Entry Level

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