I am working with a well-established Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services company employing approximately 120 staff, operating primarily within the maintenance and contract renewals sector. Their workforce consists of 50-60 mobile engineers working on client sites and approximately 30 office-based staff, delivering services across a diverse client base.
As part of their continued growth and commitment to best practice, they are creating a Health & Safety Manager role to lead, develop, and embed a structured and proactive safety culture across the business.
Role Purpose
The Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing all Health & Safety systems and processes across the company. This role will act as the central point of contact for internal teams, field engineers, and external clients regarding all H&S matters, ensuring compliance with legislation, industry standards, and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Management
- Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Health & Safety Management System
- Ensure compliance with all relevant Irish H&S legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
- Create and maintain policies, procedures, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS)
- Maintain accurate H&S records, audits, and reporting structures
- Carry out site inspections, audits, and risk assessments for maintenance and renewal works
- Support engineers working on the road with safe systems of work and toolbox talks
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and accidents, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
- Promote a strong safety culture across a mobile workforce
Client & Contract Support
- Act as the primary H&S point of contact for clients and main contractors
- Manage prequalification questionnaires (PQQs), safety documentation, and compliance portals
- Attend client meetings and audits as required
- Ensure client-specific H&S requirements are understood and implemented
Training & Communication
- Identify training needs and manage H&S training programmes for staff and engineers
- Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings
- Provide clear guidance and advice to managers and supervisors
- Monitor H&S performance metrics and report to senior management
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and best practice
- Support ISO or similar accreditation processes if applicable
Key Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in a Health & Safety role, ideally within M&E, construction, engineering, or maintenance environments
- Strong working knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation
- Experience dealing with clients and external stakeholders on H&S matters
- Ability to work in a structured, organised, and methodical manner
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Full driving licence (site visits required)
- Recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, Diploma or equivalent)
- Experience supporting a mobile engineering workforce
- Experience working in a contractor or services-based business
- Familiarity with ISO 45001 or similar standards
What We Offer
- Flexible working arrangement
- Competitive salary starting at €75k + vehicle + benefits
- Opportunity to shape and build the H&S function from the ground up
- Supportive management team and growing business