Lead Heath & Safety Advisor

FRS Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Senior HSE Lead to join an established Civil Engineering Contractor working on a range of major Water Infrastructure projects across Cork City and County.

The successful candidate will oversee Health, Safety and Environmental operations across multiple projects, primarily involving new and upgrades to exisiting water infrastructure works.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HSE professional to take on a senior position within an established HSE team, providing guidance and support to Junior and Intermediate HSE personnel.

The role will involve a mixture of site visits and office-based work, with several office locations available across Cork City and County.

The position is open to both permanent and contract candidates, with an initial project pipeline of at c. 12 months and excellent opportunities for longer-term career development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HSE operations across multiple water infrastructure and pumping station projects.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to Junior and Intermediate HSE personnel.
• Ensure compliance with Irish Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Monitor contractor compliance with project-specific HSE requirements and procedures.
• Liaise with Project Managers, Site Teams and senior management.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project locations.
• Oversee incident investigations, reporting and corrective actions where required.

Requirements

• 8+ years' experience in Construction Health and Safety.
• Strong background within Civil Engineering or major infrastructure projects in Ireland/UK.
• Previous experience overseeing HSE operations across multiple construction sites.
• Water infrastructure, pumping stations or utilities experience highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Uisce Éireann (Irish Water) standards highly advantageous.
• Relevant Health and Safety qualification, ideally at degree or diploma level.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience within the Irish or UK Construction market is essential.

Salary & Benefits

• Strong salary or contract rate, depending on experience.
• Flexible permanent or contract employment options available.
• Opportunity to join an established and experienced HSE team.
• Mixture of site-based and office-based responsibilities across Cork.
• Excellent opportunities for long-term career development and progression.