The Vacancy
Jennings O'Donovan (JOD) part of RSK Group
is a skilled, multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm specialising in renewable energy, water supply, wastewater treatment, and planning and environmental services. Founded in 1950 in Co. Sligo, our team of over 100 professionals, including design engineers, planners, and environmental scientists, works with clients in Ireland and overseas. We are an award-winning, ISO accredited (9001, 14001 and consultancy and a recognized CPD Employer with Engineers Ireland.
We are seeking an experienced
Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) Advisor
to join our team. This role is a vital opportunity to progress in the Renewable Energy Sector and be involved in landmark infrastructural projects across Ireland, supporting our drive toward a more sustainable and resilient environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Project Safety & Health Management (Design)
* Perform the Project Supervisor for the Design Process (PSDP)/Principal Designer role on projects.
* Provide design safety advice and technical support to engineering design disciplines and project teams.
* Support project teams in achieving compliance with the applicable statutory requirements for occupational health and safety in design.
* Work on tenders and manage the commercial aspects of projects.
* Lead or Chair design safety-related reviews, EHS, technical, regulatory, and process safety reviews as competent.
* Determine and track essential design safety related reviews and risk assessments, ensuring they are adequately planned and sequenced in project schedules.
* Provide Temporary Works co-ordination and third-party designer management.
* Manage the compilation of Safety Files and co-ordinate with the PSCS and construction management teams.
* Maintain knowledge of current technology, regulatory, and industry standards for design safety.
* Quality and ISO Support
* Provide support to the Quality Manager in the continuous improvement, monitoring, and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (IMS).
* Support project teams in implementing Quality policies, procedures, processes, and tools specific to health and safety in design, as defined by the IMS.
* Ensure all work performed is in strict compliance with JOD's Information Management System (IMS).
* Actively participate in design safety and quality-related continuous improvement projects.
* Internal SHEQ Support and Improvement
* Provide advice and support to colleagues on general SHEQ matters.
* Conduct health and safety audits, prepare health and safety statements, draft risk assessments, and manage internal H&S in collaboration with colleagues and the safety committee.
* Lead and promote continuous improvement in all health, safety, and environmental work practices.
* Deliver design safety related training to staff.
Person Specification:
* Minimum 10 years of safety (design/construction) or projects experience.
* Recognised relevant professional qualification (Engineering, Architecture, Science, or Construction preferred).
* Demonstrated strong working knowledge and practical application of ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards in an engineering/construction environment.
* Excellent communication, people skills, and attention to detail.
* Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative to achieve project deadlines.
* Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* Fluent English, Full Clean Drivers License, and ability to travel.
* Advantageous: Member of a recognised Engineering, Architectural, or Occupational H&S professional body/Chartered Status.
What we can Offer:
* An excellent salary commensurate to the successful candidate's experience and suitability.
* Professional membership fees.
* Flexible working hours and a Hybrid working arrangement (following completion of probation period).
* A defined career path with clear objectives and progression structure.
* A strong Continuing Professional Development (CPD) commitment.
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About Us
We are a skilled, multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm specialising in renewable energy, water supply, wastewater treatment and planning and environmental services. Located in Co. Sligo, Republic of Ireland, Jennings O'Donovan began in 1950. Today, our workforce of more than 100 includes design engineers, planners, project managers, environmental scientists and resident engineers. We work with local authorities, water and power utilities, developers and industries in Ireland and overseas to help co-create solutions. Recent projects include the Meenadreen and Nysäter wind farms in Sweden and Lumcloon battery energy storage facility and the Lough Rynn international rowing course in Ireland.
From our headquarters in Sligo and an office in Dublin, we provide engineering, environmental and business expertise for renewable energy and infrastructural projects. We act as technical advisers to lending and banking institutions operating in the renewable energy sector and have significant experience in cost estimation, conciliation and dispute resolution.
Jennings O'Donovan is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?