Health & Safety Manager

SISK Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health, wellbeing & lifestyle supports

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sisk is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join an on-site project team in Cork. The role provides direct operational support to project teams ensuring health, safety, environment, quality and wellbeing standards are applied on site.

You will lead safety on the project, drive compliance, and promote a proactive safety culture across the site, with emphasis on planning, monitoring and reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in occupational health and safety.
• Professional IOSH membership.
• Experience leading safety teams on large construction projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and risk management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the health and safety function on assigned projects.
• Provide advice and direction to project managers, engineers and supervisors on safety requirements.
• Ensure safety is embedded in planning, delivery and close-out stages of the project.
• Carry out regular inspections, audits and incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and provide support where required.

Skills

Safety leadership

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

IOSH membership

Tools

Safety reporting software

Job description

At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect - now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join our on‑site project team in Cork. This role provides direct operational support to project teams, ensuring health, safety, environment, quality and wellbeing standards are applied consistently on site.You will play a key leadership role in driving compliance, managing risk and promoting a strong, proactive safety culture on site.

Safety Leadership

• Lead and manage the health and safety function on assigned projects.
• Provide advice and direction to project managers, engineers and supervisors on safety requirements.
• Ensure safety is embedded in planning, delivery and close‑out stages of the project.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and company procedures.
• Lead the development and review of project safety plans, risk assessments and method statements.
• Carry out regular inspections, audits and incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and provide support where required.

Culture and Engagement

• Promote a culture of safety through visible leadership and engagement with project teams.
• Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks and training sessions to staff and subcontractors.
• Encourage open communication on safety issues and ensure lessons learned are shared.

Reporting and Assurance

• Prepare and present regular safety reports to project and business unit leadership.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, near misses and corrective actions.
• Support the BU Head of Safety in ensuring consistency of reporting and performance tracking.

Essential

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice in construction.
• Proven experience in managing health and safety on large construction projects.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to engage all levels of staff.
• Excellent organisational, reporting and communication skills.
• Ability to identify, assess and manage risks in dynamic project environments.

Desirable

• Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or on complex infrastructure, life sciences or data centre projects.
• Familiarity with digital tools for safety reporting and performance tracking.
• Knowledge of occupational health and behavioural safety initiatives.

Essential

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in occupational health and safety.
• Professional membership of IOSH or equivalent body.
• Demonstrated experience in managing safety teams or site-based safety professionals.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualification in health and safety, risk management or related discipline.
• Additional training in behavioural safety or leadership coaching.
• Experience in environmental and sustainability aspects of project delivery.

What We Offer

At Sisk, your rewards package goes far beyond your salary. Our most valued benefits include

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle supports
• Career development opportunities
• And much more as part of our Total Rewards programme

Our People & Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.

Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.

Encouraging All Talent to Apply

We understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.

Compliance & Transparency

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.