Company Overview (this is NOT a Contractor position, client is open to 3 days or 5 days per week)
I am working with a well-established Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services company employing approximately
120 staff
, operating primarily within the
maintenance and contract renewals sector
. Their workforce consists of
50–60 mobile engineers
working on client sites and approximately
30 office-based staff
, delivering services across a diverse client base.
As part of their continued growth and commitment to best practice, they are creating a
new Health & Safety Manager role
to lead, develop, and embed a structured and proactive safety culture across the business.
Role Purpose
The Health & Safety Manager will be responsible for
developing, implementing, and managing all Health & Safety systems and processes
across the company. This role will act as the
central point of contact
for internal teams, field engineers, and external clients regarding all H&S matters, ensuring compliance with legislation, industry standards, and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Management
* Develop, implement, and maintain the company's Health & Safety Management System
* Ensure compliance with all relevant Irish H&S legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
* Create and maintain policies, procedures, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS)
* Maintain accurate H&S records, audits, and reporting structures
Site & Engineer Support
* Carry out site inspections, audits, and risk assessments for maintenance and renewal works
* Support engineers working on the road with safe systems of work and toolbox talks
* Investigate incidents, near misses, and accidents, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
* Promote a strong safety culture across a mobile workforce
Client & Contract Support
* Act as the primary H&S point of contact for clients and main contractors
* Manage prequalification questionnaires (PQQs), safety documentation, and compliance portals
* Attend client meetings and audits as required
* Ensure client-specific H&S requirements are understood and implemented
Training & Communication
* Identify training needs and manage H&S training programmes for staff and engineers
* Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings
* Provide clear guidance and advice to managers and supervisors
Continuous Improvement
* Monitor H&S performance metrics and report to senior management
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives and best practice
* Support ISO or similar accreditation processes if applicable
Key Skills & Experience
Essential
* Proven experience in a
Health & Safety role
, ideally within
M&E, construction, engineering, or maintenance environments
* Strong working knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation
* Experience dealing with
clients and external stakeholders
on H&S matters
* Ability to work in a
structured, organised, and methodical
manner
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Full driving licence (site visits required)
Desirable
* Recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, Diploma or equivalent)
* Experience supporting a
mobile engineering workforce
* Experience working in a
contractor or services-based business
* Familiarity with ISO 45001 or similar standards
What We Offer
* Flexible working arrangement (3–5 days per week)
* Salary is negotiable but around the 70k
* Opportunity to shape and build the H&S function from the ground up
* Supportive management team and growing business