EHS Advisor
- Galway
- €50,000-65,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Galway
Monday - Friday / Permanent Full Time Position
€50,000 - €65,000Optimize Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading consultancy in the search for an experienced Senior Health & Safety Advisor. This is a prime opportunity to join a dynamic and highly respected firm, known for delivering technically complex and large-scale projects across a wide range of sectors including infrastructure, renewable energy, and commercial construction throughout Ireland.Our client is renowned for its multidisciplinary team of experts who provide forward-thinking advisory services in environmental, planning, and health & safety consultancy. Their culture promotes continuous improvement, technical excellence, and career progression.Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee comprehensive health & safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring full regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across client sites and internal operations.
- Deliver advanced Occupational Health & Safety consultancy services to high-profile clients across various sectors, providing strategic guidance and tailored solutions.
- Conduct detailed review and evaluation of contractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements, offering expert recommendations to align with legal and best-practice standards.
- Manage the delivery of construction safety consultancy, acting as Project Supervisor Design Process on major construction and renewable energy developments.
- Design and implement strategic H&S training and development programmes, tailored to enhance competency across all organizational levels.
- Drive the development and execution of internal and external safety management systems, including ISO certifications where applicable.
- Promote and embed a strong, proactive safety culture within the organization and across client portfolios.
- Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to expand and enhance Health & Safety service offerings.
- Mentor junior health & safety staff and contribute to knowledge-sharing across teams.
- A third-level qualification in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 4 years’ proven experience in a dedicated health & safety advisory role, preferably in a consultancy or multi-sector environment.
- In-depth experience with PSDP responsibilities, with a strong understanding of relevant legislation and industry standards.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct and lead audits, inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations with a high degree of autonomy.
- Strong understanding of H&S regulatory frameworks, construction safety practices, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Proven ability to develop and deliver health & safety training programmes tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Completed PSDP Training Course.
- IOSH Managing Safely Certification.
- QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor qualification.
- SOLAS Accredited Safe Pass Trainer certification.
- Familiarity with ISO 45001 systems and internal audit procedures.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus performance-related incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension and healthcare contributions.
- Strong annual leave package
- Flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance.
- Access to high-calibre projects and long-term career development opportunities.
- Ongoing professional training and CPD support in a collaborative and innovative work environment.