Gearoid Hughes
Join a leading Engineering contractor in Dublin as a Health and Safety Manager, overseeing safety across multiple high-profile construction projects in Leinster, the UK, and mainland Europe. With 10+ years of construction experience, you’ll lead a team of EHS Officers from our Dublin head office, driving safety excellence for a respected industry player with a robust project pipeline. This is a prime opportunity for a senior professional seeking career growth with a top-tier Engineering Contractor.
Role:
- Review and enhance Company Risk Assessments, Safe Operating Procedures, and Safety Statement, aligning with ISO 45001 standards.
- Deliver safety induction training for new staff and maintain detailed training records.
- Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, and near-misses, implementing corrective actions swiftly and reporting findings.
- Identify and coordinate safety training needs, ensuring compliance with mandatory requirements (e.g., Safe Pass, IOSH).
- Evaluate subcontractor Safety Statements and monitor their safety performance.
- Provide accurate accident data for insurance claims and stakeholder updates.
- Represent the company in Health & Safety meetings, fostering a proactive safety culture.
- Leverage digital tools (e.g., safety management software) to streamline reporting and compliance.
- Support environmental and sustainability goals within EHS frameworks.
Requirements:
- Degree in Health & Safety (or equivalent qualification, e.g., NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ Level 6).
- The Health and Safety Manager will have 10+ years’ experience in construction health and safety, ideally with an Engineering contractor.
- Proven leadership skills, with experience managing EHS teams across multiple sites.
- Willingness to travel regularly across Leinster, UK, and Europe (approx. 30-40% of time, expenses covered).
- Familiarity with Irish and EU safety regulations.
- Strong communication and IT skills (e.g., MS Office, safety software).
Package:
- Salary: €90k-€100k (commensurate with experience).
- Company vehicle or generous travel allowance, plus full travel expense coverage.
- Clear career progression opportunities within a growing, reputable firm.
- Pension scheme and annual bonus
If you’re a Health and Safety Manager ready for your next challenge, send your CV or contact Gearoid Hughes for a confidential chat. GPC, a Dublin-based specialist construction recruitment consultancy with over 23 years’ experience, ensures your CV is only shared with your prior consent.