Site Supervisor - Water & Wastewater Projects

Veolia | Ireland; Limerick; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Ireland is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee construction site operations in Clareville, Co. Limerick, on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

You will supervise site teams and subcontractors, ensure HSE compliance, and coordinate with Project Managers and design teams across multiple projects. The role requires 5–7 years of site-based experience, a clean driving licence, and knowledge of environmental and safety legislation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years' site-based experience in construction or water/wastewater industry.
• Practical site experience with multi-discipline projects.
• Previous experience in Water/Wastewater Treatment plants (Desirable).
• UCD/NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent (Desirable).
• Full clean driving licence (Essential).
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the onsite Construction Site Manager daily and assist and implement across all Construction activities as deemed necessary
• Supervise and coordinate all site-based operatives and subcontractors in accordance with Veolia Minimum Requirements (VMR)
• Develop and maintain comprehensive Health & Safety documentation on site, including H&S files, method statements, and risk assessments
• Conduct regular H&S audits, toolbox talks, and safety inductions for all site personnel
• Identify, prevent and report unsafe behaviour, defects and events on site, updating systems as required
• Manage day-to-day site operations including work quality control, cleanliness, tidiness, plant and tool usage, waste reduction and PPE compliance
• Oversee equipment installation, testing and commissioning activities in coordination with multi-disciplined engineering teams
• Chair daily coordination meetings and contribute to weekly progress reviews
• Monitor project progress against timelines and budgets, identifying and managing risks and opportunities
• Liaise with Project Managers, Design Teams, Clients, Contractors and Veolia Risk & Assurance department as required
• Provide supervision cover for the Construction Site Manager in their absence
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Plans, Waste Management Plans, Construction H&S Plans, Emergency Plans and Project Schedules
• Manage material conformance and workmanship quality against Project Quality Plans
• Prepare site reports and attend client progress meetings as required
• Assist with accident/incident investigations in a timely manner
• Support the use and rollout of Veolia management systems and processes across sites

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Education

UCD/NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Veolia Ireland is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee construction site operations in Clareville, Co. Limerick, on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

You will supervise site teams and subcontractors, ensure HSE compliance, and coordinate with Project Managers and design teams across multiple projects. The role requires 5–7 years of site-based experience, a clean driving licence, and knowledge of environmental and safety legislation.