Purpose of the role:
My client is committed to achieving zero harm. This role will be instrumental in reaching this goal by working with the HSE Business Partner to influence our safety culture. As a company Health and Safety Manager, you will develop, implement, and maintain effective health and safety systems across modular construction sites. The role ensures full compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation, company standards, and industry best practices, fostering a proactive safety culture throughout all project phases, including pre-site, transportation, and installation.
The role requires regular travel between multiple project sites and Portakabin depots across the region or country.
Responsibilities:
* Engage in a positive health and safety culture where prevention is paramount, striving for recognition as an industry leader in HSE best practices.
* Develop and implement project-specific HSE plans aligned with company and client requirements.
* Conduct frequent visits to project sites to monitor compliance and support project teams.
* Adapt HSE strategies to site-specific challenges and project phases.
* Ensure full compliance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, Construction Regulations 2013, and other relevant Irish legislation.
* Maintain and review risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and COSHH assessments.
* Participate in designing and implementing HSE improvement programs and initiatives.
* Oversee safe lifting operations and transportation of modular units, managing HSE processes during project installation.
* Assess risks specific to modular construction, such as confined spaces, working at height, and mobile plant.
* Conduct regular audits, site inspections, and behavioral safety observations.
* Investigate incidents, near misses, and non-conformities, leading root cause analyses and corrective actions.
* Lead toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and engagement initiatives. Act as the main contact for external audits, contractor engagement, and client HSE meetings on site.
Competencies, Skills, and Qualifications required:
* Deciding & Initiating Action
* Working with People
* Adhering to Principles & Values
* Technically confident and current with industry best practices in presenting and communicating information
* Strong writing and reporting skills
* Planning and organizing abilities
* Experience implementing ISO 45001 management systems (desirable)
* Level 7 or higher qualification in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent
* Member of IOSH
* Full clean Irish/EU driving license and willingness to travel
* Occupational First Aid and/or Mental Health First Aid qualifications (desirable)
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role within the construction industry, with modular/offsite experience preferred
* Experience conducting health and safety audits
* Teamwork and self-motivation skills
* Data analysis skills, especially trend identification
* Excellent interpersonal and training skills
* Experience in safety culture improvement (desirable)
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