Governance & Compliance
* Manage and maintain SFG’s Health, Safety & Environmental Management System (HSEMS) in alignment with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 standards.
* Coordinate external audits and certification surveillance to retain ISO accreditations and lead projects to achieve additional standards (e.g. ISO 50001 or Safe-T-Cert).
* Ensure compliance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts and the Construction Regulations 2013, including oversight of PSDP and PSCS activities.
* Maintain all statutory and Group documentation including Safety Statements, risk assessments, RAMS, permits to work, and training records.
* Maintain the HSE risk register, record and analyse incidents, near misses, “good catches,” and corrective actions.
* Act as the primary liaison with the Health & Safety Authority (HSA) and coordinate responses to inspections, audits, and notices.
Operational & Construction Safety
* Manage and monitor safety for all field and delivery operations, including tower climbing, rigging, and electrical works.
* Supervise the Health & Safety Officer, ensuring consistent site audits, reporting standards, and timely close-out of actions.
* Conduct safety inspections, audits, and site visits to verify compliance with Group procedures and legal obligations.
* Oversee incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective/preventive actions implemented.
* Provide technical guidance and support to managers on risk assessments, method statements, and project planning.
Contractor & Third-Party Management
* Manage the Group Contractor Safety Management Framework, ensuring that all external contractors and suppliers meet Group H&S standards.
* Oversee contractor pre-qualification, inductions, documentation reviews, and ongoing audit schedules.
* Collaborate with Procurement and Operations to embed safety requirements into supplier contracts and monitor compliance.
Wellbeing & Culture
* Support the Group HR Director in developing and delivering the Group Wellbeing Programme, aligning with HR, EDI, and ESG strategies.
* Promote a culture of psychological safety and wellbeing awareness through training, communication, and engagement activities.
* Partner with HR and line managers to integrate wellbeing into safety briefings, toolbox talks, and employee engagement campaigns.
Performance, Reporting & KPIs
* Maintain and report on Group H&S KPIs, including:
o Incident frequency and severity rates
o Near misses and “good catch” reporting
o Audit completion and close-out rates
o Training compliance and certification renewals
o Contractor H&S performance
o Provide monthly KPI reports and analysis for board review meetings
o Maintain accurate digital records of all H&S data and documentation.
Training, Awareness & Engagement
* Manage all H&S related training. Conduct TNAs and maintain all records.
* Coordinate mandatory safety training and refresher programmes (e.g. Working at Height, Manual Handling, PSDP/PSCS Awareness, Mental Health Awareness etc…).
* Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and workshops across office and field teams.
* Promote and recognise proactive safety and wellbeing behaviours.
* Support managers in embedding safety and wellbeing objectives into departmental performance goals.
Required Qualifications/Expertise
* Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or Environmental Health (Level 7 or higher).
* PSDP and PSCS qualification with practical experience in infrastructure, telecoms, or construction environments.
* Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in a senior HSE role, ideally in telecoms, utilities, or engineering.
* Proven experience managing ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 systems.
* In-depth understanding of Irish HSE legislation and Construction Regulations.
* Strong data analysis, reporting, document control and presentation skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft 365 and safety management software.
* Full clean driving licence and flexibility to travel within and outside Dublin.
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