EHS Advisor

OCS  are currently working with an international construction company that delivers main contracting, construction management, design and build, and high-end fit-out projects across Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe. It specialises in complex and mission-critical environments, including data centres, life sciences, commercial offices, aviation, healthcare and industrial facilities.

The Role

This client is seeking a an Environmental Health & Safety Advisor who will be responsible for establishing, developing and directing the implementation of the HS&E strategy on Projects while ensuring that a Positive Safety Culture is maintained, and that the client are established as industry leaders in relation to Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.

Role Responsibilities

• Health & Safety Guidance: Implement company EHS policies and provide guidance on all health and safety matters.
• Policies, Procedures & Documentation:  Assist in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining EHS documentation.
• Inspections, Audits & Reporting Conduct site inspections and audits and prepare reports.
• Risk Management & Incident Reporting: Complete risk assessments and ensure incidents and accidents are investigated.
• Training & Communication: Identify training needs and deliver EHS training sessions.
• Subcontractor & Stakeholder Management: Ensure subcontractor compliance with EHS standards

The Candidate

• Third level qualification in EHS or a related discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience working on large scale commercial/construction projects.
• Highly organised and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Conscientious, highly focused and detail orientated.
• Self-starter and the ability to build relationships with all stakeholders.
• Full clean driver’s license preferable.
• Excellent communication skills.

Career Path

This client implements a highly structured career progression programme through a continual professional development programme (PDP) and mentoring programme which has been the foundation to our success. As an EHS Advisor, the operational career path for highly performing individuals is to progress to Senior EHS Advisor, to EHS Lead to EHS Manager.

Competitive Package

The client offers a competitive remuneration package which may include basic salary, pension and life assurance, healthcare and travel allowance.