We have an opportunity for a Health & Safety Manager for kildare.
The Senior Health & Safety Manager provides direct operational support to project teams, ensuring health, safety, environment, quality and wellbeing standards are applied consistently on site.
At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect - now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.
Safety Leadership
Lead and manage the health and safety function on assigned projects
Provide advice and direction to project managers, engineers and supervisors on safety requirements
Ensure safety is embedded in planning, delivery and close-out stages of the project
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure full compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and company procedures
Lead the development and review of project safety plans, risk assessments and method statements
Carry out regular inspections, audits and incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented
Monitor subcontractor compliance and provide support where required
Culture and Engagement
Promote a culture of safety through visible leadership and engagement with project teams
Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks and training sessions to staff and subcontractors
Encourage open communication on safety issues and ensure lessons learned are shared
Reporting and Assurance
Prepare and present regular safety reports to project and business unit leadership
Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, near misses and corrective actions
Support the BU Head of Safety in ensuring consistency of reporting and performance tracking
Essential Qualifications
Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice in construction
Proven experience in managing health and safety on large construction projects
Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to engage all levels of staff
Excellent organisational, reporting and communication skills
Ability to identify, assess and manage risks in dynamic project environments
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in occupational health and safety
Professional membership of IOSH or equivalent body
Demonstrated experience in managing safety teams or site-based safety professionals
Desirable Qualifications & Benefits
Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or on complex infrastructure, life sciences or data centre projects
Familiarity with digital tools for safety reporting and performance tracking
Knowledge of occupational health and behavioural safety initiatives
Postgraduate qualification in health and safety, risk management or related discipline
Additional training in behavioural safety or leadership coaching
Experience in environmental and sustainability aspects of project delivery
Competitive salary
26 days annual
Pension and benefits
Unlimited learning and development opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic.
Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.
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