Health & Safety Advisor

Clondalkin, Ireland Posted on 29/05/2026

Job Description

EHS International is placing a Health & Safety Advisor into a specialist aviation environment on a 3-5 year contract role - guaranteed work pipeline, embedded role, and a level of operational depth that's difficult to find in the open contracting market.

You will work embedded within a large aviation organisation, supporting their Occupational Health & Safety Management System across a technically complex, high-consequence operational environment. The scope covers the full OHS function: risk management, incident investigation, safety training, audit support, and continuous improvement of an ISO 45001-aligned safety management system.

• Lead and support workplace risk assessments, identifying control measures suited to aviation and ground operations
• Monitor operational activities and safe systems of work; record, analyse, and track incidents, near misses, and hazards
• Investigate accidents and incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and develop corrective and preventive actions - then ensure close out and deliver lessons learned briefings
• Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and operational safety training across all levels of the organisation
• Prepare safety performance reports and communicate trends to management
• Support internal and external OHS audits and contribute to ongoing improvement of the OHSMS

You will join a wider specialist network of EHS professionals, with peer support, CPD backing, and a share scheme that reflects the value you bring over the long term.

Requirements

• QQI Level 8 Higher Diploma in Safety, Health & Welfare at Work or recognised equivalent (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma)
• Minimum 2-3 years of OHS experience in a technical, industrial, engineering, or aviation environment
• Sound working knowledge of Irish OHS legislation, risk assessment methodology, and hazard identification
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 or equivalent OHS Management System frameworks (desirable)
• Training in accident/incident investigation methodologies (desirable)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills - report writing, stakeholder engagement, and management briefings
• Full clean driving licence
• Eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland; must be clearable for access to a Defence Forces facility