Job Title: Health and Safety Manager - Civil
Location: Cork, Ireland
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Our client is a leading civil engineering contractor with a strong track record in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects across Ireland.
The Health and Safety Manager will be responsible for leading the health and safety efforts across multiple infrastructure projects in Cork. You will play a key role in ensuring a safe working environment for all employees and contractors, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards, and promoting a strong safety culture across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures to ensure full compliance with legislation and best practice standards.
- Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Ensure that all employees and subcontractors are trained on health and safety procedures and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Advise project teams and senior management on health and safety matters, providing guidance and support to prevent accidents and incidents.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Monitor and report on key safety performance indicators and prepare safety reports for senior management.
- Promote a positive safety culture through communication, training, and leadership, ensuring safety is prioritized on all sites.
- Maintain and update safety records, ensuring they are readily available for audits and inspections.
- Liaise with external regulatory bodies and ensure the company is compliant with all health and safety legislation.
Key Requirements:
- A degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related discipline.
- At least 5 years' experience in a health and safety management role, preferably in the civil engineering or construction industry.
- In-depth knowledge of Irish health and safety regulations - certification is highly desirable
- Proven experience in conducting risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and engage teams at all levels..
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and mitigate potential safety risks.
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