Senior EHS Advisor

MMD Construction (Cork) Ltd; Cork; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance

Death In Service Insurance

On-site Office Gym

Team Days Out

Job summary

MMD Construction are seeking a Senior EHS Advisor to join our growing team and support health and safety across multiple sites in Ireland. The role focuses on implementing policy, guiding site teams, and ensuring compliance with legislation and ISO standards.

The successful candidate will lead the EHS Graduate Programme and deliver toolbox talks, inductions, audits, and safety inspections while promoting a proactive safety culture across projects.

Qualifications

• BSc in Health and Safety or Higher Diploma/Diploma in Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (SHWW).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar EHS role within the construction industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Irish construction legislation and best practice.
• Safe Pass and Manual Handling certificates required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
• Continuous Professional Development and Training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of company-wide EHS policies and continuously improve systems in line with ISO standards.
• Guide and advise site and project teams on daily safety and environmental matters, ensuring full compliance with legislation.
• Lead and develop MMD’s EHS Graduate Programme in line with corporate objectives.
• Deliver regular toolbox talks, site inductions, audits, and safety inspections.
• Prepare and review Construction Management Plans, contract award documentation, and Pre-Construction Health & Safety plans.
• Assess and advise on risk assessments and method statements, recommending improvements to reduce risk.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and engage staff through training, onboarding, and regular safety briefings.
• Monitor legislative updates to ensure internal practices remain compliant and up to date.
• Contribute to the delivery of key EHS performance indicators and reporting to management.
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and preventative action plans.
• Ensure all documentation is accurately maintained in line with the ISO Management System.
• Represent MMD Construction at site and project meetings as required.
• Carry out other HSE-related duties as assigned by the EHS Manager or Senior Management.

Skills

Safety leadership

Site safety training

Stakeholder engagement

Education

BSc in Health and Safety / SHWW Diploma

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

We are committed to creating a supportive, rewarding and growth-focused environment for all our team members.

What Sets Us Apart

• Growth Opportunities: Long-term career progression within a supportive team.
• Innovative Projects: Be part of dynamic, high-profile builds across Ireland.
• Culture of Support: Our leadership is committed to your personal and professional success.

About the Role

MMD Construction are seeking to hire a Senior EHS Advisor to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual with construction experience to work on a wide range of exciting projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting health and safety across multiple sites, working closely with site teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of company-wide EHS policies and continuously improve systems in line with ISO standards.
• Guide and advise site and project teams on daily safety and environmental matters, ensuring full compliance with legislation.
• Lead and develop MMD’s EHS Graduate Programme in line with corporate objectives.
• Deliver regular toolbox talks, site inductions, audits, and safety inspections.
• Prepare and review Construction Management Plans, contract award documentation, and Pre-Construction Health & Safety plans.
• Assess and advise on risk assessments and method statements, recommending improvements to reduce risk.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and engage staff through training, onboarding, and regular safety briefings.
• Monitor legislative updates to ensure internal practices remain compliant and up to date.
• Contribute to the delivery of key EHS performance indicators and reporting to management.
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and preventative action plans.
• Ensure all documentation is accurately maintained in line with the ISO Management System.
• Represent MMD Construction at site and project meetings as required.
• Carry out other HSE-related duties as assigned by the EHS Manager or Senior Management.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc in Health and Safety or Higher Diploma/Diploma in Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (SHWW).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar EHS role within the construction industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Irish construction legislation and best practice.
• Safe Pass and Manual Handling certificates required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
• Continuous Professional Development
• Training Opportunities, internal and external
• Death In Service Insurance
• Private Health Insurance
• On-site Office Gym
• Team Days Out

Equal Opportunity Statement:

At MMD Construction, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals have equal opportunities to succeed.

We value diversity in our team and believe that a broad range of perspectives enhances our ability to deliver innovative solutions.

We ensure that all employment decisions, including recruitment, promotion, and compensation, are made without regard to race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an environment of respect, fairness, and equality for everyone.