We have an exciting opportunity to join Occupli as an EHS Consultancy Manager / Technical Safety Lead.
About Occupli
Occupli is a trusted leader in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) consultancy, supporting clients across Ireland, the UK, Europe, Asia and further afield. Our consultancy department partners with leading organisations to deliver high-quality safety solutions, technical expertise and strategic support. We are committed to excellence, innovation and sustainable growth — both for our clients and our people.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced EHS Consultancy Manager / Technical Safety Lead to take a senior leadership role within our consultancy department. This is a high-profile position requiring strong technical expertise, commercial awareness and proven leadership skills. The successful candidate will manage a growing team of safety professionals, oversee technical project delivery and drive business development initiatives.
As a senior member of the department your responsibilities will be to:
* Provide senior consultancy and technical safety support to clients across a range of industries.
* Lead and manage a team of Safety Engineers and Professionals based in Cork and Dublin.
* Prepare high-quality proposals and tenders to support business growth.
* Lead client relationship management and contribute to consultancy business development.
* Hold commercial responsibility for the department, including delivery against targets, utilisation and quality standards.
* Oversee team growth, mentoring of graduate and junior team members, recruitment and performance reviews.
* Deliver professional training services as required.
* Represent Occupli at industry seminars, conferences and client forums.
About You
The essential qualification and experience requirements are:
* A third level qualification in Engineering, Science or other relevant area.
* Higher Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety / NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or similar.
* A minimum of 10 years' experience in senior technical, management or leadership roles within engineering and/or EHS.
* Membership (or in the process of becoming Chartered) with IOSH, IFE or Engineers Ireland.
* Strong technical safety knowledge with demonstrated experience in applied engineering safety solutions.
Any or all of the following would be preferred (advantageous):
* Explosion Safety Management / ATEX-related qualifications.
* Certified Machinery Safety Expert qualified.
* Functional Safety Expert (Safety Integrity Level Certification) competed.
* Fire Safety related technical training or qualifications.
The ideal candidate will display the following key attributes:
* Strong leadership and people management skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal ability.
* Motivated self-starter with commercial awareness.
* Team-oriented mindset with mentoring capabilities.
* IT literacy and financial acumen.
Location & Travel
This role is based in our Cork office. The position requires national and international travel to meet client and project needs.
A full Irish driving license is essential.
What We Offer
* Attractive salary, performance-related bonus, and excellent conditions.
* Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
* Exposure to diverse projects across multiple global markets.
* The opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role in a growing, respected consultancy team.
* Professional membership