Role Purpose
The Project Engineering Health & Safety Manager will ensure the safe delivery of all capital projects within a highly regulated biopharmaceutical and medical device environment. This role is responsible for leading health, safety, and environmental (HSE) initiatives across projects, managing contractor compliance, and embedding a proactive safety culture. You will play a key role in protecting people, assets, and operations while supporting the successful execution of complex engineering projects.
Responsibilities
* Lead and maintain the Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management System for capital projects.
* Ensure compliance with PSCS/PSDP requirements, regulations, and corporate HSE standards.
* Oversee contractor safety performance and review project RAMS and safety plans.
* Conduct risk assessments and safety reviews, including HAZOP, HAZID, and process safety evaluations.
* Lead incident and near-miss investigations, implementing corrective actions and sharing lessons learned.
* Conduct safety audits and inspections, ensuring timely closure of findings.
* Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training to employees and contractors.
* Support integration of technical safety principles, including ATEX, machinery, and electrical safety, into project design and execution.
* Track, analyse, and report HSE performance metrics to project teams and leadership.
* Promote and embed a proactive safety culture across all project stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience
* Third-level qualification in Health & Safety or a related discipline.
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in a PSCS or similar safety leadership role within construction or engineering projects.
* Proven experience managing safety in regulated industrial environments (pharmaceutical or biotech experience an advantage).
* Strong understanding of PSCS/PSDP regulations and HSA guidelines.
* Proficiency in EHS reporting systems and data-driven performance management.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
* Additional certifications such as IOSH, CIF PSCS Training, Manual Handling Instructor, or First Aid are advantageous.