Senior HSEQ Advisor
Location:
South Dublin
Reporting to:
HSEQ Manager
Salary:
€70,000
Hours:
Full-time
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to develop a robust, consistent, and effective approach to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ). The role involves leading the site team to ensure compliance with internal and country-specific HSEQ policies, procedures, and strategies. The HSEQ Manager will ensure that objectives are met, implemented at site level, and in line with legislative requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Promote, apply, and support the requirements of the Safety Management System to drive continual improvement.
* Carry out accident investigations, identify root causes, and ensure corrective measures are implemented.
* Identify hazards, document risks, and ensure they are effectively minimised.
* Conduct and review job-specific risk assessments and prepare method statements.
* Assess HSEQ competencies at all levels, addressing gaps to meet national legislative requirements.
* Lead effective audit, training, and communication programmes on site, monitoring outcomes.
* Conduct inspections, compile reports, monitor trends, and ensure safe working practices.
* Support management in promoting a positive safety culture through leadership.
* Identify and champion best practices in health, safety, environment, and quality.
* Deliver training including induction, manual handling, chemical safety, and task-specific sessions.
* Prepare and deliver toolbox talks and safety communications.
* Mentor and develop Safety Ambassadors.
Other Responsibilities
* Ensure accidents are reported, investigated, and preventative measures implemented.
* Carry out audits and training sessions as required.
* Engage staff in health and safety matters, ensuring consultation and communication.
* Provide professional HSEQ advice and guidance to management.
* Support and promote HSEQ initiatives and continuous improvement measures.
* Ensure compliance with ISO standards in daily operations.
* Manage non-conformances and complaints, maintaining central records.
Qualifications
* Third-level qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (minimum: Certificate/NEBOSH or equivalent).
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Health and Safety role.
Highly Desirable:
* Membership of IOSH (or similar professional body).
* Experience within the facility services sector.
* Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation.
Skills & Competencies
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
* Strong auditing and review skills.
* Training delivery and presentation ability.
* Risk assessment and method statement development.
* Adaptability and flexibility.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills (fluency in English required).
* Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
* Relationship building, team development, and customer service skills.
* High risk awareness, self-confidence, drive, and determination.