Health and Safety Consultant

About the role

The Occupational Health & Safety Advisor will support our client’s compliance with company, national and European HSQE standards across Ireland. Working closely with internal teams and external contractors, you will provide expert guidance, drive safety initiatives and ensure a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible workplace.

Key responsibilities

• Support implementation of Occupational Health & Safety plans, policies and procedures across regional operations.
• Provide guidance and practical support to employees and OHS specialists to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Communicate OHS strategies, programmes and updates effectively across teams.
• Collaborate with the Health & Safety team to review feedback and improve HSQE plans.
• Stay up to date with OHS legislation and industry best practice.
• Promote a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible working environment.
• Conduct audits and inspections of work activities and equipment, report findings and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Support risk assessments, hazard identification and incident investigations.
• Assist in statutory reporting of workplace incidents in line with current legislation.
• Monitor and analyse OHS performance data, identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Work closely with third‑party contractors to ensure adherence to OHS policies.
• Deliver training, guidance and coaching on health and safety practices to teams and managers.

Required profile

• Relevant third‑level qualification, accreditation or equivalent experience in Health & Safety.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in water, utilities or a similar industry (desirable).
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective relationships.
• Proven ability to manage complex issues proactively and communicate effectively.
• Highly motivated with a commitment to maintaining high professional standards.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and implement solutions.
• Adaptable and able to respond to changing business needs and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Required skills

• Risk assessment
• Hazard identification
• Incident investigation
• Audit and inspection
• Statutory reporting