Environment, Health and Safety Manager

JAM; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead project-based safety across construction and electrical installation activities for major multinational clients. You will drive EHS compliance, develop project-based teams and oversee audits, RAMS reviews and regulatory liaison.

HV/MV electrical installation expertise and a strong background in M&E/MEP are essential, with knowledge of ISO 45001/14001 and Irish/EU requirements. A full driving licence is required and travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience as an EHS Manager in construction/engineering.
• Experience supporting HV/MV electrical installations.
• Background in M&E/MEP, electrical infra or mission-critical projects.
• EHS qualification or accreditation such as NEBOSH/IOSH.
• Strong knowledge of Irish and European EHS requirements and ISO 45001/14001.
• Full clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS compliance and continuous improvement across multiple projects.
• Implement and maintain EHS policies, management systems and programmes.
• Develop project-based EHS teams and deliver training.
• Conduct audits, inspections and incident investigations with corrective actions.
• Manage risks on HV/MV installations, energisation and high-risk activities.
• Review RAMS, risk assessments, SOPs and Project Execution Plans.
• Monitor EHS performance and report KPIs to senior leadership.
• Represent the business in client meetings, regulatory inspections and audits.

Skills

EHS management

Stakeholder leadership

Auditing

Incident investigation

Risk management

Training delivery

Education

Bachelors in EHS or related field

NEBOSH/IOSH accreditation

Job description

We’re recruiting an experienced EHS Manager on behalf of an international mechanical and electrical engineering contractor delivering complex projects for major multinational clients.

This role will support a portfolio of projects, lead project-based EHS teams and drive safety standards across construction and electrical installation activities. Experience supporting HV/MV works is essential, including substations, power distribution and energisation.

The role

• Lead EHS compliance and continuous improvement across multiple projects.
• Implement and maintain EHS policies, management systems and programmes.
• Support and develop project-based EHS teams.
• Conduct audits, inspections and incident investigations, ensuring corrective actions are completed.
• Work with project teams to manage risks associated with HV/MV installations, energisation and other high-risk activities.
• Review RAMS, risk assessments, SOPs and Project Execution Plans.
• Monitor EHS performance and report trends and KPIs to senior leadership.
• Deliver safety training and competency initiatives.
• Represent the business during client meetings, regulatory inspections and audits, including liaison with the HSA and EPA.

About you

• Minimum five years’ experience as an EHS Manager within construction or engineering.
• Experience supporting HV/MV electrical installations, with a sound understanding of permit-to-work systems, isolation procedures and electrical risk management.
• Background in M&E/MEP, electrical infrastructure or mission-critical projects.
• Relevant third-level qualification in EHS or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional EHS qualification or accreditation, such as NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Irish and European EHS requirements, including the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and Construction Regulations 2013.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
• Confident leading teams, influencing stakeholders and managing priorities across a busy project portfolio.
• Full clean driving licence.

The opportunity

Join an established international engineering contractor with a strong commitment to professional development and the opportunity to influence safety performance across technically demanding projects.