Medical Officer – CIE Occupational Health Unit
Department: CIE Occupational Health Unit
Reports To: Chief Medical Officer
Location: CIE Occupational Health Unit, Harbormaster Place, Dublin
Job Type: Full Time,1-year fixed term contract, built in review for permanency
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00
Salary: Competitive and in line with industry standards
Make a Difference in Public Health and Safety
Iarnród Éireann, part of the CIE Group, is hiring a suitably qualified and experienced Medical Officer to join its Occupational Health Unit – a shared service supporting Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail, Dublin Bus, Bus Éireann, and CIE Holding Company.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of clinical practice, regulation, and public safety in a national transport network. If you’re a Specialist Registrar (SpR) or qualified Occupational Physician, we want to hear from you. This role offers real purpose, challenge, and growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct pre-employment and occupational health assessments and monitor fitness for work, especially for staff in safety-critical role
- Provide medical advice on Ill Health Retirement, workplace accommodations, and absence management
- Act as or train to become a Medical Review Officer for Drug & Alcohol testingEnsure compliance with the Railway Safety Act 2005 and occupational health regulations
- Collaborate with GPs, HR, and internal stakeholders on clinical case management and return-to-work planning
- Maintain professional standards through ongoing CPD and adherence to IMC registration requirements
Required Competencies
- Strong understanding of occupational health legislation and safety standards
- Excellent clinical judgment and ability to assess complex medical cases
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with multiple stakeholders
- Proficiency in using clinical and administrative IT systems
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
Essential:
- Medical degree and Irish Medical Council registration
- At least 5 years post-registration clinical experience
- Postgraduate qualification or Specialist Registrar training in Occupational Medicine
- Working knowledge of occupational health law and workplace safety
- Strong interpersonal, clinical judgment, and IT skills
Desirable:
- Membership of ICGP or RCPI
- Certificate in Traffic Medicine (RCPI)
- Experience in transport, safety-critical, or industrial OH environments
- MRO experience (or willingness to train).
Why Join Us?
- Influence the safety and wellbeing of thousands of employees across Ireland
- Be part of a respected multidisciplinary team with access to senior mentoring
- National role with real purpose and impact
- Flexible, predictable weekday hours with strong work-life balance
- Access to structured CPD and ongoing professional development
Employee Benefits
We offer our employees a robust and supportive benefits package which includes:
- Annual Leave Purchase Option
- GP Scheme & Out-of-Hours GP Service
- Contributory PRSA
- Income Protection Scheme*
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Luas Tax Saver Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pension Scheme*
- Employee Discounts Travel Facilities
- Facilitated Deductions VDU Assessment
- Further Education Development (FED) Welfare Scheme*
Please note that benefits with an asterisk * next to them are restricted to permanent members of staff.
Interview Structure
A competency-based interview will form part of this selection process. Candidates may be shortlisted on the basis of their application/CV and relevant experience.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this role, CV and cover letter should be forwarded to: sharedservicesrecruit@irishrail.ie by 4pm Friday 2nd May 2025.
If any applicants have special requirements, please advise Shared Services when forwarding your application.
Diversity at Iarnród Éireann
At Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion in all that we do. This starts with how we recruit people. It is important to us that all individuals feel welcome to join our organisation and we take great care to ensure an even playing field for all.
We will strive to provide reasonable accommodation to all candidates where required and requested.
We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or disability.
