Health & Safety Manager

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of the Project HSW Management System, including:
  • Contractor assurance
  • Safety in Design
  • Training and competence
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Incident investigation and reporting
• Lead the annual review of all Client Partner internal HSW processes.
• Lead the configuration, build and testing of the HSW Digital System, including workflow development and compliance with data protection requirements.
• Lead and manage the HSW Management Review process.
• Deputise for the Project Health & Safety Manager at leadership meetings, forums and governance groups.
• Support preparation of high-quality papers and materials for HSW Governance and Senior Leadership meetings.
• Analyse performance data, identify trends and provide insight-driven recommendations through monthly reporting cycles.
• Attend Framework HSW Forums with Contractors and NTA leadership, championing improvement initiatives and campaigns.

Project-Wide HSW Services

• Manage Project training and capability matrices, including procurement of training services and management of supplier SLAs.
• Collaborate closely with Technical Functional Area Leads to deliver the Project Safety in Design Plan.
• Advise the Client on regulatory and contractual compliance, risk management and industry best practice.
• Monitor effectiveness of Scope documentation and propose improvements where required.
• Participate in scheme-level assurance, progress, incident review and lessons-learned forums.
• Complete audits and assurance activities, ensuring findings are tracked, trended and closed out effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement across all HSW activities.
• Champion a psychologically safe, inclusive and collaborative working culture across the project.

Qualifications

• Level 6 qualification or Degree in Occupational Health & Safety Management
• Chartered membership of IOSH (or equivalent professional body).
• Extensive knowledge of Irish health and safety legislation, including the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and associated regulations.
• Minimum 7 years' leadership-level experience working on large, complex infrastructure or construction programmes.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive positive safety culture change.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Collaborative, professional and approachable, with the ability to build trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in Health & Safety.
• Strong understanding of NEC frameworks and contract mechanisms.
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in digital HSW systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-sufficient, proactive and solutions-focused.