HSE Advisor (Cork)

Vickerstock; Cork; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vickerstock, in partnership with an established construction contractor, is seeking an HSE Advisor based in Ringaskiddy, Cork. This role focuses on providing practical Health & Safety guidance on live sites and supporting safety culture across projects.

You will work with project teams and management to implement policies, assess risks, monitor compliance, and drive continuous improvement in health, safety and welfare across our construction operations in Ireland.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' Health & Safety experience within construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction H&S legislation and best practice.
• Experience developing and reviewing risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Practical understanding of high-risk construction activities and contractor management.

Responsibilities

• Provide Health & Safety advice and support to project managers, site teams and subcontractors.
• Support the implementation and continual improvement of H&S policies, procedures and management systems.
• Oversee development, review and implementation of risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Monitor compliance across construction activities, including lifting operations, temporary works and permit-to-work arrangements.
• Support contractor compliance, site inductions, emergency procedures and fire safety arrangements.
• Work with management to identify training needs and ensure competency standards are maintained.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Support site safety meetings and employee engagement initiatives.
• Monitor H&S performance, providing reports and recommendations to management.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and promote continuous improvement across project operations.

Skills

Health & Safety

Risk assessment

Site management

Incident investigation

Communication

Education

Degree in OH&S

Job description

Vickerstock are working in partnership with an established construction contractor on the appointment of an HSE Advisor, based in Ringaskiddy (Cork).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction H&S professional to join a well-established business delivering a range of construction projects.

Working closely with project teams and operational management, you will provide practical Health & Safety guidance, monitor compliance and support the continued development of a positive safety culture across live construction sites.

In your new role:

• Provide Health & Safety advice and support to project managers, site teams and subcontractors
• Support the implementation and continual improvement of H&S policies, procedures and management systems
• Oversee the development, review and implementation of risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Monitor compliance across construction activities, including lifting operations, temporary works and permit-to-work arrangements
• Support contractor compliance, site inductions, emergency procedures and fire safety arrangements
• Work with management to identify training needs and ensure appropriate competency standards are maintained
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
• Support site safety meetings and employee engagement initiatives
• Monitor H&S performance, providing reports and recommendations to management
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and promote continuous improvement across project operations

What you'll need to succeed:

• Degree, Diploma or relevant qualification in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline
• Minimum 3 years' Health & Safety experience within construction
• Strong working knowledge of construction H&S legislation and best practice
• Experience developing and reviewing risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Practical understanding of high-risk construction activities and contractor management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage site teams and senior management
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proactive, hands-on approach to Health & Safety

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):

• Experience supporting H&S across multiple construction projects
• Knowledge of lifting operations, temporary works and permit-to-work systems
• Experience conducting incident investigations and managing corrective actions
• Experience supporting H&S training and workforce engagement