Health and Safety Manager

Overview
Fantastic opportunity for a Health and Safety Manager to join our Life Science team in Dublin. John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family-owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change. Reporting to the Project Director or BU Head of Safety, the Health and Safety Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of health and safety on assigned projects. The role ensures compliance with company standards and legal requirements while promoting a positive safety culture across project teams. The Health and Safety Manager provides leadership, guidance and assurance to ensure safe delivery of works.

Responsibilities
Safety Leadership

Lead and manage the health and safety function on assigned projects.

Provide advice and direction to project managers, engineers and supervisors on safety requirements.

Ensure safety is embedded in planning, delivery and close‑out stages of the project.

Compliance and Risk Management

Ensure full compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and company procedures.

Lead the development and review of project safety plans, risk assessments and method statements.

Carry out regular inspections, audits and incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Monitor subcontractor compliance and provide support where required.

Culture and Engagement

Promote a culture of safety through visible leadership and engagement with project teams.

Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks and training sessions to staff and subcontractors.

Encourage open communication on safety issues and ensure lessons learned are shared.

Reporting and Assurance

Prepare and present regular safety reports to project and business unit leadership.

Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, near misses and corrective actions.

Support the BU Head of Safety in ensuring consistency of reporting and performance tracking.

Essential Qualifications & Experience
Skills & Knowledge

Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice in construction.

Proven experience in managing health and safety on large construction projects.

Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to engage all levels of staff.

Excellent organisational, reporting and communication skills.

Ability to identify, assess and manage risks in dynamic project environments.

Additional Desired Experience

Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or on complex infrastructure, life sciences or data centre projects.

Familiarity with digital tools for safety reporting and performance tracking.

Knowledge of occupational health and behavioural safety initiatives.

Qualifications & Training
Essential

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in occupational health and safety.

Professional membership of IOSH or equivalent body.

Demonstrated experience in managing safety teams or site‑based safety professionals.

Desirable

Postgraduate qualification in health and safety, risk management or related discipline.

Additional training in behavioural safety or leadership coaching.

Experience in environmental and sustainability aspects of project delivery.

Benefits

Competitive salary.

26 days annual leave plus additional company days.

Pension and benefits.

Unlimited learning and development opportunities.

Much more.

Our People and Recruitment Commitment
At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic.

Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process. We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland.

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