Senior Health & Safety Officer (Construction)
A leading Irish construction specialist delivering high-quality projects commercial, data centre, pharmaceutical, and technical sectors is seeking a Senior Health & Safety Officer to support projects across the Munster region.
Role & Duties:
- Ensure subcontractors meet health & safety prequalification requirements prior to commencement
- Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements for all site activities
- Support development and maintenance of Construction Phase Plans, H&S Files, and Project Quality Plans
- Ensure weekly Toolbox Talks are delivered by site teams
- Promote and support use of Safe Plans of Action (SPAs) on site
- Ensure Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Plans are in place and followed
- Participate in daily site coordination and whiteboard meetings
- Provide ongoing guidance to site teams to ensure compliance with procedures and standards
- Mentor and support new team members in H&S practices and procedures
- Investigate incidents and accidents, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions
- Liaise with client representatives and attend H&S meetings as required
- Work with site teams to review and improve overall project safety performance
Requirements
- Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent qualification)
- Strong understanding of construction health & safety legislation and best practice
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital H&S systems
- Experience implementing H&S systems in construction environments (preferred)
- Familiarity with ISO 45001 and related standards (advantageous)
- Strong communication, mentoring, and organisational skills
Salary & Package
- €80k-€90k+ (depending on experience)
- Performance-related bonus
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Strong career progression within a leading construction organisation
- Supportive and safety-driven working environment