_{06th October, 2026}

Senior Health & Safety Advisor
Location: Dublin
Salary: €60,000–€70,000 + Package
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Seeking an experienced Senior Health & Safety Advisor to join its Dublin-based team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction safety professional to join one of Ireland's leading main contractors and work across major building projects in the Dublin region.
The successful candidate will work closely with project management and site teams to ensure the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance are maintained throughout project delivery.


Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain company Health & Safety policies and procedures across assigned projects.
• Provide professional H&S advice and support to Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers and subcontractors.
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and safety reviews.
• Identify hazards and ensure appropriate control measures are implemented.
• Review RAMS, method statements, risk assessments and subcontractor safety documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Irish Health & Safety legislation and company standards.
• Deliver site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings where required.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and challenge unsafe working practices.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses and prepare appropriate reports.
• Maintain accurate H&S records and project documentation.
• Support the preparation and implementation of project-specific Health & Safety plans.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other project stakeholders regarding H&S matters.
• Promote a positive safety culture across project teams.
• Mentor and support junior Health & Safety personnel where required.
• Monitor emerging risks and recommend improvements to site practices and procedures.
• Assist project management teams in achieving company H&S targets and KPIs.

Requirements

• Relevant third-level qualification in Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• Ideally 5+ years' Health & Safety experience within the construction industry.
• Strong preference for candidates with main contractor / Tier 1 construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation and construction regulations.
• Experience working on large-scale building projects would be highly advantageous.
• Excellent understanding of risk assessments, method statements and site safety management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident dealing with site management, subcontractors and client representatives.
• Ability to identify issues and implement practical solutions in a busy construction environment.
• Strong organisational and reporting skills.
• Full clean driving licence.

Package
A competitive package is available depending on experience, expected to include:
€60,000–€70,000 basic salary
Plus a competitive company package which may include:

• Company vehicle or travel allowance
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Bonus
• Professional

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