Vickerstock

Health And Safety Manager

Posted: 4 minutes ago

Job Description

Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading civil engineering and construction services provider on the appointment of a Health & Safety Manager.As Health & Safety Manager, you will play a key role in driving proactive safety culture and ensuring operational teams deliver projects safely and efficiently. This is a highly visible, hands-on position – spending significant time on-site, supporting teams, embedding behavioural safety, and maintaining compliance in line with both ISO and client standards.This is a pivotal position for an experienced safety professional who wants to be part of a forward-thinking, people-focused company that is passionate about raising the standard of safety culture across every project.In your new role:Act as the visible face of safety across all sites, leading by examplePartner with operations and site management teams to embed ownership of safety at every levelMaintain and improve the company’s Safety Management System in line with ISO and client requirementsEnsure RAMS, inductions, audits and method statements are current and effectiveConduct regular site inspections and audits, reporting findings and ensuring follow-throughLead investigations into incidents and near-misses, focusing on learning and preventionCoordinate and deliver site safety training, toolbox talks, and briefingsAnalyse data and trends to identify areas for proactive improvementDrive behavioural safety initiatives, ensuring safety is part of how work gets done - not just paperworkWhat you will need to succeed:5+ years’ experience in a Construction or Civil Engineering safety roleRelevant Health and Safety qualifications (NEBOSH)In-depth knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation and ISO management standardsGood communication and influencing skillsIT and numeracy skills (MS Office)Full driving licenseDesirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):Chartered or Graduate membership of IOSH (or working towards)Experience within the Renewables, Energy, or Data Centre sectorsNEBOSH Diploma / Degree in Safety or related disciplineExperience managing safety systems across multiple sites or frameworksFamiliarity with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systemsFor a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health and Safety Specialist today.

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