EHS Lead: Construction & Commissioning Safety

Morgan McKinley; Athlone; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking an EHSS Specialist (Construction & Commissioning Safety) based in Athlone, Ireland. This 12-month contract focuses on providing expert health and safety support across construction, commissioning, qualification and startup activities for new facilities and equipment.

The role requires strong field presence, risk management, and ensuring compliance with Irish legislation and company safety standards..priorities include contractor engagement and readiness verification.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Recognised Health & Safety qualification.
• Strong understanding of construction and commissioning safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated EHSS support to capital projects, facility expansions, utility upgrades and equipment installation projects.
• Lead construction safety inspections, audits and contractor safety reviews.
• Lead investigations into incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions.
• Verify training and competency requirements for operational teams.
• Review permit-to-work controls during construction and commissioning phases.

Skills

EHSS experience

Construction safety

Commissioning safety

Education

Degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Health & Safety qualification

Job description

Morgan McKinley is seeking an EHSS Specialist (Construction & Commissioning Safety) based in Athlone, Ireland. This 12-month contract focuses on providing expert health and safety support across construction, commissioning, qualification and startup activities for new facilities and equipment.

The role requires strong field presence, risk management, and ensuring compliance with Irish legislation and company safety standards..priorities include contractor engagement and readiness verification.