Health & Safety Advisor

Health & Safety Advisor Excel are partnering with a dynamic Health & Safety Consultancy in hiring a Health & Safety Advisor to be based on Water projects in Galway.
This is a permanent and hybrid position with the successful candidate having over 2 years of experience as a Health and Safety Advisor on active construction or utilities sites and having the option to work form home multiple times per week.
Key Responsibilities for Health & Safety Advisor Conduct inspections and audits of contractors, suppliers, and facilities, ensuring compliance with corrective actions.
Investigate incidents, including high-potential (HIPO) events, and report findings.
Support the development of safety alerts, toolbox talks, and track safety incidents, working to identify improvement opportunities.
Provide guidance on health and safety implementation to staff, contractors, and stakeholders.
Manage key safety metrics and support recognition programs for safe work performance.
Ensure the effective achievement of safety objectives and KPIs.
Conduct risk assessments and implement control measures for water and wastewater systems.
Participate in project design reviews, safety assessments, and pre-handover inspections to address health and safety concerns.
Lead accident reviews and share lessons learned to improve safety culture.
Deliver HSQE communications, provide coaching on safety conversations, and assist in HSQE program management.
Requirements for Health & Safety Advisor Relevant third-level qualification.
Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in HSQE roles within utilities or construction.
Strong IT skills, especially in MS Excel for reporting and data analysis.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to drive a safety-first culture.
Full driving license and own transport required.
To learn more about this role, please drop me a message or mail at seanc@excelrecruitment to arrange a confidential chat - always happy to give advice on the construction market.
Skills: construction hybrid site