Lead Health and Safety Advisor - Construction

Celnor; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

Life Insurance €100,000

Web Doctor Service

Annual leave

Job summary

Safety Solutions Group, part of the Celnor Group, is seeking a Lead Health and Safety Advisor to provide daily HSQE inspections and audits across Dublin construction projects. The role entails acting as on-site Safety Officer, coordinating with contractors and site teams to drive compliance and continuous improvement in project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have NEBOSH certification, post-qualification HSQE experience in construction or related sectors, and strong IT skills to produce

Qualifications

• NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification is required.
• Post-qualification experience in a HSQE role within construction, utilities, or civil engineering.
• Experience carrying out site inspections, safety audits, and compliance assessments on live projects.
• Strong IT skills and ability to generate accurate site reports and audit records.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSQE inspections and audits across active Dublin construction sites.
• Provide on-site safety officer presence and ensure contractor compliance with safety requirements.
• Attend site inductions and enforce client safety rules and procedures.
• Escalate serious safety concerns promptly and report findings to clients.

Skills

NEBOSH qualification

Site inspections

HSQE knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Education

Health and Safety qualification

Job description

Lead Health and Safety Advisor - Construction

Department: Field Team

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dublin

Reporting To: Joanna Shaw

Description

Lead Health and Safety Advisor

Safety Solutions Group

Who we are

Safety Solutions Group is a specialist provider within the Health & Safety training and consultancy supporting clients across Ireland. We are known for our technical expertise, commitment to quality, and strong client partnerships. As the business continues to grow and evolve, we are looking for a Lead Health and Safety Advisor to play a key role in supporting our next phase of development.

Part of the Celnor Group

Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.

While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

Job details

The role of advisor will be to provide daily HSQE inspections and audits, provide on-site safety officer presence across active construction projects for Safety Solutions’ leading clients in Dublin and the surrounding area. The successful candidate will work closely with contractors and site teams to assess compliance, monitor safety standards, and support continuous improvement in project delivery. Ideally, the successful candidate will be based in or around Dublin as daily travel to various sites is required.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and making a tangible impact.

What you will do

• On receipt of the weekly inspection schedule, liaise with designated contacts to confirm project locations, construction activities, and site access requirements for the following month.
• Plan and schedule inspections and audits in line with confirmed construction works and project timelines.
• Use the provided client mobile device and application to complete construction site inspections, compliance checks, and audit reports.
• Assess contractor compliance with site-specific health and safety requirements, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures relevant to construction projects.
• Attend site inductions as required and comply with project-specific contractor safety rules and procedures.
• Fulfil the role of Safety Officer in accordance with each client’s specific requirements and operational needs.
• Carry out detailed site safety audits and score inspections in accordance with client guidance and internal audit criteria.
• Escalate any serious safety concerns or non‑compliances identified on site immediately by telephone and through formal reporting channels.
• Communicate audit findings and inspection outcomes to contractors and, where available, the designated client contact before leaving site.
• Monitor completed reports for consistency, quality, and accurate scoring across multiple construction projects.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement, compliance and quality standards

Who you are

You are an experienced and motivated professional who brings a practical, solutions-focused mindset. You will ideally have:

• Relevant Health and Safety qualification, such as NEBOSH.
• Post-qualification experience in a similar HSQE role within construction, utilities, civil engineering, or a related sector.
• Experience carrying out site inspections, safety audits, and compliance assessments on live construction projects.
• Strong construction site experience is essential; supervisory experience and knowledge of contractor coordination would be a distinct advantage.
• Strong IT skills, particularly across MS Office products, with the ability to produce accurate site reports, audit findings, and compliance records.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Knowledge of PSCS responsibilities and construction stage safety coordination would be a strong advantage.
• A high level of attention to detail and accountability
• The ability to manage priorities effectively in a dynamic environment
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to doing things the right way

Join us

You’ll be joining a business where your contribution matters and where professionalism, integrity and teamwork are genuinely valued. As part of the wider Celnor Group, you’ll benefit from group-wide investment, shared expertise and opportunities to develop your career as the organisation continues to grow.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with the role
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Company Pension Scheme with employer contribution.
• Full access to Web Doctor Service.
• Life Insurance cover to the value of €100,000.
• Equipment and tools to support you in your role
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual leave entitlement in line with business policy

Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.