Senior HSSE Advisor

Stantec; Galway; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Benefits

Private medical insurance

Pension

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an experienced HSSE professional in Ireland to support the implementation and continual improvement of HSSE programmes across projects and offices. You will apply strong practical HSSE knowledge to risk management, audits and incident investigations while engaging with stakeholders and teams.

The role requires a degree in a health and safety field and at least seven years of relevant experience, with a solid grasp of HSSE legislation and competencies in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in health, safety or environmental discipline.
• 7+ years of HSSE experience or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of HSSE legislation, risk and incident management processes.
• Experience leading audits, inspections and assurance activities.

Responsibilities

• Support HSSE programme implementation and continual improvement across units.
• Apply approved HSSE systems, standards, procedures and processes.
• Deliver HSSE communications, awareness initiatives and engagement activities.
• Maintain HSSE documentation, records and action-tracking systems.
• Ensure operational consistency and effective HSSE application.
• Support hazard identification, risk assessments and risk controls.
• Lead or participate in inspections, audits and field assessments.
• Support incident investigations and corrective action follow-up.
• Provide guidance on HSSE requirements to teams and contractors.
• Analyse operational risks and identify improvement opportunities.
• Mentor junior personnel where appropriate.

Skills

HSSE knowledge

Risk management

Incident management

Audits & inspections

Stakeholder engagement

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Working under the direction of the applicable HSSE Leader, you will support the implementation, application and continual improvement of Stantec's HSSE programmes, systems, standards and initiatives.

Youll apply your advanced practical HSSE knowledge across a variety of operational, office, project and field-based environments. Your role will involve supporting risk management, assurance activities, incident management, compliance and the practical implementation of our HSSE management systems.

This is a hands-on role where youll exercise independent judgement, analyse operational issues and work collaboratively with colleagues to identify opportunities for risk reduction and continuous improvement.

What Youll Be Doing

Supporting Our HSSE Programme

• Supporting the implementation and continual improvement of global, regional and business unit HSSE programmes and initiatives.
• Supporting the consistent application of approved HSSE systems, standards, procedures and processes.
• Delivering HSSE communications, awareness initiatives and operational engagement activities.
• Supporting the maintenance of HSSE documentation, records, reporting requirements and action-tracking systems.
• Helping to ensure operational consistency and the effective application of HSSE requirements across the business.

Risk Management & Assurance

• Supporting hazard identification, risk assessments and the implementation of appropriate risk controls.
• Leading or participating in inspections, audits, field assessments, observations and other assurance activities.
• Supporting the implementation and close-out of corrective and preventive actions.
• Providing practical guidance on approved HSSE requirements and risk management processes.
• Supporting subcontractor and supplier HSSE activities where required.
• Analysing operational risks, recurring issues and opportunities for improvement.

Incident Management

• Supporting incident notification, reporting, documentation and follow-up activities.
• Leading or supporting incident investigations in accordance with approved procedures.
• Identifying contributing factors, corrective actions and improvement opportunities.
• Communicating lessons learned and monitoring the close-out of agreed actions.
• Supporting the analysis of incident trends and operational learning opportunities.

Operational Support & Engagement

• Provide HSSE guidance to operational teams, project personnel and office-based staff.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of toolbox talks, HSSE meetings, awareness sessions and engagement activities.
• Support and mentor junior personnel where appropriate.
• Take on additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and seniority of the role.

About You

Youll be an experienced HSSE professional with strong practical knowledge and the ability to apply health, safety and environmental principles across operational and project environments.

Youll be comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver practical, risk-based solutions.

Youll Ideally Have

• A degree, diploma, certificate or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of seven years’ relevant HSSE experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of applicable HSSE legislation, risk management and incident management processes.
• Experience leading or supporting audits, inspections, investigations and assurance activities.
• Experience supporting operational or project-based environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard business systems.

What We’re Looking For

• The ability to apply advanced practical HSSE knowledge to operational and project activities.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify practical, risk-based solutions.
• The confidence to work independently within established procedures and practices.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with operational teams, contractors, clients and stakeholders.
• A practical approach to implementing HSSE requirements and driving continuous improvement.
• A strong commitment to Stantec's values and our HSSE expectations.

WHY JOIN US

• We put people first: We’re proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world’s top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. =
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment to assist with the growth of your career.
• Growth: We’re on an exciting growth journey across the Ireland - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard!

About Stantec

Whether you’re starting out on your engineering career or are looking for a fresh challenge, Ryan Hanley, now part of Stantec, is a great career move.

Based in Dublin, Galway, Castlebar and Cork, we are actively recruiting for team players with experience in any of the following areas – water and wastewater treatment process and network design, integrated network management, structural design, site development, road and bridge engineering, project management and administration.

Youll be working for a dynamic company with an excellent reputation in the industry.

Ryan Hanley, now part of Stantec, offers a great working environment amongst friendly professionals with an emphasis on teamwork. It’s a company where your ideas and opinions will be valued and your efforts recognised and rewarded.

We have been awarded the silver Investors in Diversity accreditation by the Irish Centre for Diversity for our commitment to quality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.