EHS Advisor - Main Contractor - Cork

Office/Project Location: Cork (Pharma Buildings Projects)

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent

Work Location: Site

Pay: Salary €50k - €65k negotiable base on experience

Experience: 3+ years' experience in EHS roles within the construction industry

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our client is a leading Irish construction services company and main contractor operating across a number of niche market segments.

The EHS Advisor plays a vital role in ensuring the health, safety, and environmental standards of construction projects are met and maintained.

You will work closely with site teams to implement and monitor safety policies, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with legislation.

Provide expert advice on minimising risks, promote a safety-first culture, and ensure that all personnel are trained and equipped to maintain a safe working environment.

Liaise with regulatory bodies and support the EHS Manager with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety performance across all sites.

Conduct regular site audits and inspections to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and Company Management System Procedures.

Develop and update risk assessments and method statements to identify and mitigate potential hazards.

Deliver training and toolbox talks to site personnel and subcontractors to promote awareness and best practices. Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, and prepare detailed reports with recommendations for corrective actions.

Ensure that all safety signage, PPE, and emergency procedures are in place and adhered to on-site.

Liaise with the project management team to implement site-specific Construction Health and Safety Plans and ensure ongoing compliance.

Monitor and enforce compliance with company policies, industry standards, and HSE legislation.

Support environmental initiatives on-site, such as waste management, pollution control, and energy efficiency measures.

Maintain HSE documentation, including GA Certifications, Statutory Inspections, Permits, incident logs, audit reports, and all relevant Sub-contractor documentation to ensure they are up to date and accurate.

Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies during site visits or inspections. Provide proactive advice to project teams on improving safety performance and reducing risks on-site.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field. Min 3 years' previous experience in EHS roles within the construction industry.

Comprehensive knowledge of EHS regulations, risk assessment, hazard identification, and practical knowledge of environmental legislation.

Familiarity with EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and compliance audits. Proficiency in incident investigation techniques, root cause analysis, and safety performance data analysis.

Effective collaboration skills with project teams, subcontractors, and staff, along with experience conducting safety training and toolbox talks.

Strong organisational skills, communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety excellence. Adaptability to evolving regulations, project requirements, and proactive improvement initiatives, with a dedication to continuous professional development.

Package Salary €50k - €65k negotiable depending on experience

Excellent package and benefits available for the successful candidate

Contact

Sheila McNeice is the consultant managing this position. If you are an EHS Advisor interested in roles in Cork you can contact Sheila by e-mail sheila@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-7978720 for a confidential chat. JobContax do not send CVs to clients without candidate permission.

With over 50 years of technical recruitment experience, JobContax is the leading recruiter of Health & Safety professionals in Ireland. Due to the large volume of applications, JobContax may not be able to respond directly to every individual.

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