H&S Advisor

Overview:
Our client, a well-established civil engineering contractor, is seeking a Health & Safety (H&S) Advisor to join their team in Drogheda. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and improving health and safety standards across civil engineering and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and promoting a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement health and safety policies, procedures, and practices on project sites.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Deliver health and safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training to employees and subcontractors.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, preparing detailed reports and recommending corrective actions.
• Collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to address health and safety issues and ensure compliance across all activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of health and safety activities, including risk assessments and audits.
• Monitor compliance with Irish health and safety legislation and provide advice to management on regulatory requirements.
• Promote a proactive safety culture, encouraging best practices and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in a Health & Safety role, ideally within the civil engineering or construction sector.
• Relevant qualification in Health & Safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of Irish health and safety legislation and industry best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage site teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Full driving license and ability to travel to various sites in Drogheda and surrounding areas.

For more information, contact Andrew in Prosource