Senior Health & Safety Officer

Senior Health & Safety Officer (Construction)

A leading Irish construction specialist delivering high-quality projects commercial, data centre, pharmaceutical, and technical sectors is seeking a Senior Health & Safety Officer to support projects across the Munster region.

Role & Duties:

• Ensure subcontractors meet health & safety prequalification requirements prior to commencement
• Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements for all site activities
• Support development and maintenance of Construction Phase Plans, H&S Files, and Project Quality Plans
• Ensure weekly Toolbox Talks are delivered by site teams
• Promote and support use of Safe Plans of Action (SPAs) on site
• Ensure Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Quality Plans are in place and followed
• Participate in daily site coordination and whiteboard meetings
• Provide ongoing guidance to site teams to ensure compliance with procedures and standards
• Mentor and support new team members in H&S practices and procedures
• Investigate incidents and accidents, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions
• Liaise with client representatives and attend H&S meetings as required
• Work with site teams to review and improve overall project safety performance

Requirements

• Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent qualification)
• Strong understanding of construction health & safety legislation and best practice
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital H&S systems
• Experience implementing H&S systems in construction environments (preferred)
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 and related standards (advantageous)
• Strong communication, mentoring, and organisational skills

Salary & Package

• €80k-€90k+ (depending on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Strong career progression within a leading construction organisation
• Supportive and safety-driven working environment