Health and Safety Advisor
Health and Safety Advisor
Location: Galway preferred; Midlands or Dublin considered
Salary: 50,000 65,000 per annum, depending on experience
Role level: Minimum 3 years of construction health and safety experience
Employment: Permanent, full-time
REF BSSPRO1 47723
The Opportunity
An established construction contractor is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to support a portfolio of construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects. The company is Galway-based and would prefer someone able to work regularly from its Galway office. Candidates based in the Midlands or Dublin who can travel to Galway and project sites will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out regular site safety inspections and audits across several live construction projects.
- Support site teams with risk assessments, method statements, safety plans, inductions and toolbox talks.
- Monitor compliance with Irish construction health and safety legislation and company procedures.
- Identify hazards, track corrective actions and help site management promote a positive safety culture.
- Maintain accurate site safety records and assist with incident reporting and investigations.
- Work collaboratively with project managers, site managers, subcontractors and the Galway office.
Candidate Requirements
- Relevant health and safety qualification.
- At least three years health and safety experience in the construction industry, ideally on Irish projects.
- Good knowledge of Irish construction safety requirements and site practices.
- Strong communication and practical problem-solving skills.
- Full driving licence and willingness to travel between projects.
- Availability to attend the Galway office regularly; Galway-based applicants preferred.
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Apply through this jobs board or contact michael@buildstaff.ie 086 210 7555
Please include an up-to-date CV and details of your availability.
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Health And Safety Advisor
Senior Health & Safety Advisors Tier 1 Construction
(2 Positions)
Location: Cork Site-based | Salary: 70,00085,000 per annum
Permanent | Full-time
Ref BSSPRO1 47720
We are recruiting two experienced Health & Safety Advisors for a leading Irish building contractor with substantial ongoing construction activity in Cork. These are site-focused roles within an established regional safety team, suited to professionals with a strong background in building projects rather than civil engineering alone.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor the contractors EHS management system on active building projects.
- Undertake inspections, audits, safety briefings and site compliance reviews.
- Review subcontractor RAMS and support project teams on practical risk management.
- Assist with investigations, corrective actions, EHS reporting and regulatory compliance.
- Work closely with the Regional EHS Manager, site management and subcontractors.
- Encourage consistently high standards of safety leadership and workforce engagement.
Candidate Requirements
- Relevant accredited third-level Health & Safety qualification.
- Ideally 810 years construction H&S experience, with strong building-construction exposure.
- Experience in commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical or other substantial building projects is advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of Irish construction safety legislation and EHS systems.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Applicants should be Cork-based or able to work on site in Cork.
Salary & Opportunity
Indicative basic salary of 70,00085,000, depending on experience and responsibilities. Package details to be confirmed.
How to Apply
Apply in confidence through this job advertisement or contact michael@buildstaff.ie 086 210 7555.
All applications will be treated confidentially.
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Health And Safety Advisor
Health & Safety Advisor Civil Engineering
Location: Dublin / Leinster | Salary: 50,00065,000 per annum
Permanent | Full-time
Ref BSSPRO1 47719
An established Irish civil engineering contractor is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to support an active portfolio of infrastructure and civil engineering projects across Dublin and Leinster. This is an excellent opportunity for an H&S professional with 24 years construction experience to develop their career with a well-regarded contractor.
Key Responsibilities
- Support project managers and site teams in delivering safe civil engineering operations.
- Carry out site inspections, audits, safety observations and follow-up actions.
- Review risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
- Assist with incident investigations, toolbox talks, inductions and safety reporting.
- Maintain H&S documentation and promote positive safety practices across project teams.
Candidate Requirements
- A recognised qualification in Occupational Health & Safety.
- Approximately 24 years experience in construction health and safety.
- Civil engineering, utilities, infrastructure or groundwork experience preferred.
- Good knowledge of Irish construction H&S legislation and site procedures.
- Strong communication skills and willingness to travel between project locations.
Salary & Opportunity
Competitive basic salary of 50,00065,000 depending on experience, with the full package discussed at interview.
How to Apply
Apply in confidence through this job advertisement or contact Building Staff Solutions (BSS) via www.buildstaff.ie. All applications will be treated confidentially.
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