Job Title: Health and Safety Specialist
We are seeking a highly skilled Health and Safety Specialist to join our team on two large-scale construction and civil engineering projects in Dublin.
The successful candidate will report to the Site Contracts Manager and be responsible for health, safety, environmental, and quality assurance monitoring across both projects, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and internal standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support site management in ensuring compliance with workplace safety legislation and company protocols
* Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance on-site, conducting audits and inspections
* Assist in reviewing job-specific risk assessments and method statements
* Identify safety concerns and work with site teams to implement practical solutions
* Maintain accurate and current health & safety documentation
* Act as a liaison for internal audits, external regulators, and third-party inspectors
* Track and report on workplace accidents, hazards, and compliance metrics
* Support the delivery of safety training, toolbox talks, and site inductions
* Assist in planned fire, environmental, and emergency drills
* Promote behavioural safety and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
* Support the maintenance of SHEQ systems in line with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 standards
Requirements:
* 4+ years' experience within a similar senior H&S role - Civil Engineering/Construction
* Relevant Health and Safety qualifications (NEBOSH, etc)
* Strong experience with ISO standards and auditing (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001)
* Experience with report writing, organisation or planning
* IOSH membership
* Good communication and people management skills
* IT and numeracy skills (MS Office)
* Full clean driving license
Desirable Skills:
* Environmental or Quality certifications
* NEBOSH Diploma