Senior Construction Safety Programme Lead

Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail; Leinster; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail is seeking an experienced Programme Construction Safety Lead (PCSL) to oversee safety performance across a busy programme of works in Leinster, Ireland. The PCSL will partner with the Head of Safety to implement the Safety Management System and departmental plans, ensuring legislative compliance and best practice across all projects.

The role requires extensive construction safety experience, leadership of multidisciplinary teams, and strong communication skills to

Qualifications

• Minimum diploma in Safety and Health or equivalent.
• At least 10 years’ experience, with ≥5 years in safety management within construction.
• Knowledge of construction safety legislation and audit procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; report writing.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Head of Safety in developing Safety Management System and Departmental Safety Plan.
• Ensure Capital Investments compliance with legislation and best practice.
• Lead site safety audits, incidents investigations, and risk assessments across projects.
• Oversee confidence in safety documents and RAMSA/Method Statements.
• Coordinate cross-functional safety assessments during tender stages and reviews.
• Prepare safety performance reports and board-level updates.

Job description

Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail is seeking an experienced Programme Construction Safety Lead (PCSL) to oversee safety performance across a busy programme of works in Leinster, Ireland. The PCSL will partner with the Head of Safety to implement the Safety Management System and departmental plans, ensuring legislative compliance and best practice across all projects.

The role requires extensive construction safety experience, leadership of multidisciplinary teams, and strong communication skills to