HSQE Advisor

Glanua; Munster; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Munster is seeking a Junior HSQE Advisor to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on-site. The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of relevant experience and a Level 7 qualification in Health and Safety or a related field. Key responsibilities include conducting site inspections, developing safety plans, and fostering a culture of safety among team members. This role provides valuable exposure to multiple facets of the construction industry.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Hold a Level 7 qualification or equivalent in Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Work on-site to ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are maintained.
• Conduct site inspections and generate necessary reports.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the implementation of safety plans.

Skills

Administration

Communications

Customer Service

Collaboration

Decision Making

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Level 7 qualification (Diploma or Ordinary Bachelor Degree) OR Health and Safety

Job description

Construction - HSQE Advisor - North Munster (Junior)

Application Details

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.

Job Description

The main duties and responsibilities of the Junior HSQE Advisor are outlined as follows:

• Work as part of a team in the safe delivery of our projects, embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
• Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies, and procedures are always adhered to on‑site.
• Instill a positive Health and Safety culture within the team in their thinking and actions.
• Ensure compliance with current Environmental, Health and Safety legislation and maintain awareness of legislative changes and industry standards.
• Provide onsite HSQE presence during construction and operations to ensure HSQE controls, mitigation measures are implemented, maintained and performance monitored.
• Help senior advisors to develop Site Construction Stage plans, traffic management, waste management, etc. with the project team and monitor their implementation.
• Ensure the Company carries out the duties of PD, PC and Contractor.
• Ensure all internal and external EHS reporting requirements are complied with.
• Monitor and report on the collection, recording, analysis, implementation of actions taken and feedback provided to the hazards identified during the weekly inspection/audits through our online management system.
• Conduct accident/incident investigations in a timely manner with the support of the project team, making recommendations to management in respect of these.
• Obtain and review safety documentation from Clients, Suppliers and Subcontractors.
• Ensure that subcontractors are made aware of the Company’s Plan and the requirement for project specific safety statements before appointment.
• Review, revise and update the Plan in the light of subcontractors’ information, the progress of work, the receipt of new design information and the occurrence of incidents or accidents.
• Implement the Plan and monitor the compliance of Company personnel and subcontractors against the Plan.
• Bring any safety, health or welfare issues to the attention of the Contract Manager, Site Agent/foreman for action prior to leaving site.
• Advise site management of the suitability and adequacy of safety and health provisions, safe working methods, safety of equipment and the validity of test certificates.
• The Safety Officer will be responsible for the maintenance of all site safety documentation in conjunction with the site team.
• Plan and hold safety inductions and briefings of Company and subcontractors’ personnel as detailed in the Safety and Health Plan for each project.
• Carry out Site Inspections and generate reports.
• Liaise with external parties relating to HSQE.
• Ensure ISO (9001, 45001, 14001) compliance.
• Assess the training needs of employees, ensure that employees training requirements are identified prior to new projects commencing and bring training requirements to the attention of the HSQE Manager.
• Other duties as required from time to time.

Sector

• Construction

Career Level

• Not Required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required: 1 year
• Minimum Qualification: Level 7 (incl. Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree) OR Health and Safety

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Administration, Communications, Customer Service
• Competency Skills: Collaboration, Decision Making, Flexibility, Initiative
• Specialising In: Safe Pass, Manual Handling, First Aid
• Driving Licence: Full B