EHS Advisor / Lead

Cork, Ireland Posted on 05/05/2026

We are recruiting an experienced EHS Advisor / Lead to join our team in Cork.

Key Responsibilities

• Adherence to the project & Safety Management system
• Adherence to relevant Environmental, Health & Safety statutory provisions & legislation
• Adherence to PSCS Environmental, Health & Safety Plans
• Coordination in the development of task specific Method statements, risk assessments, safe plan of action, permit to work
• Compliance with the project execution plan
• Coordination of project safety indicators
• Good Safety Practices are managed & maintained
• Ongoing C.O.S.H.H assessments, control of hazardous substances
• Ensuring that safety interventions are completed & registered
• Carry out regular site audits and inspection, document results and follow up on any corrective actions
• Maintain records of statutory inspections are available for project activities, tool and plant
• Adopt a proactive approach to project EHS requirements
• Ability to work either independently or as part of a team
• Provide Safety input to site management & at site EHS forums
• Ensure project sub-contractors adhere to project & group EHS policies & procedures
• Ensure that induction & training is coordinated, managed & maintained
• Project PPE is resourced & available
• Compile & carry out Toolbox talks, as necessary
• Assist or carry out accident investigation reports in a timely manner & ensure communication to project management
• Welfare & Hygiene facilities are in place, managed & maintained
• Liaison with site Project Management on environmental, health & safety issues
• Up to date documentation is included with the Safety File
• Any other duties associated with this role

Essential Criteria for the Role

• 7+ years' experience of managing environmental, health and safety on large construction sites
• Experience working on Data Centres
• 5+ years managing a team of EHS advisors
• Thorough knowledge of current environmental, health and safety legislation
• Flexibility in working patterns where necessary
• Ability to efficiently manage all environmental, health and safety issues on site
• Ability to work on own initiative and possess strong interpersonal and communications skills