Overview:
John Sisk \& Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change.
We are seeking a Health \& Safety Manager Nights to join our Life Science team in Dublin.
The Health \& Safey Manager provides direct operational support to project teams, ensuring health, safety, environment, quality and wellbeing standards are applied consistently on site.
Responsibilities: ResponsibilitiesSafety Leadership* Lead and manage the health and safety function on assigned projects
Provide advice and direction to project managers, engineers and supervisors on safety requirements
Ensure safety is embedded in planning, delivery and close-out stages of the project
Compliance and Risk Management* Ensure full compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and company procedures
Lead the development and review of project safety plans, risk assessments and method statements
Carry out regular inspections, audits and incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented
Monitor subcontractor compliance and provide support where required
Culture and Engagement* Promote a culture of safety through visible leadership and engagement with project teams
Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks and training sessions to staff and subcontractors
Encourage open communication on safety issues and ensure lessons learned are shared
Reporting and Assurance* Prepare and present regular safety reports to project and business unit leadership
Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, near misses and corrective actions
Support the BU Head of Safety in ensuring consistency of reporting and performance tracking
Experience:
Skills \& KnowledgeEssential* Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice in construction
Proven experience in managing health and safety on large construction projects
Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to engage all levels of staff
Excellent organisational, reporting and communication skills
Ability to identify, assess and manage risks in dynamic project environments
Desirable* Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or on complex infrastructure, life sciences or data centre projects
Familiarity with digital tools for safety reporting and performance tracking
Knowledge of occupational health and behavioural safety initiatives
Qualifications:
Qualifications \& TrainingEssential* NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in occupational health and safety
Professional membership of IOSH or equivalent body
Demonstrated experience in managing safety teams or site-based safety professionals
Desirable* Postgraduate qualification in health and safety, risk management or related discipline
Additional training in behavioural safety or leadership coaching
Experience in environmental and sustainability aspects of project delivery
Additional Information:
Competitive salary
26 days annual leave plus additional company days
Pension and benefits
Unlimited learning and development opportunities
Much more
Our People and Recruitment Commitment
At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.
All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic.
Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process
We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you
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