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