Company: Expert Recruitment
Location:
Posted: May 8th, 2026
Expert Construction welcome applications for this Permanent role based in North Donegal. This hugely successful Main Contractor are market leaders in their sector and the role will involve assisting with the efficient and effective management of the functions of Safety, Health and Environmental issues.
The successful candidate will be based out of Head Office in Donegal.
Sectors: Commercial / Education / Healthcare
All projects based in ROI & NI - North West area mainly
The successful candidate will be tasked with:
Assisting with the compilation and implementation of Health and Safety policies and procedures.
To ensure the effective maintenance and improvement of the Integrated Management system in relation to the OHSAS45001 and 14001 standards.
Conduct risk assessments associated with construction site activities
Ability to negotiate with statutory authorities
Conduct workplace audits and present findings
Detailed investigations and reporting of accidents/incidents
Coordinate and accompany contractor/end user/client auditors on operational visits
Visit sites to ensure that employees/subcontractors are adhering to all health and safety requirements
Promote a positive health and safety culture whilst recommending new initiatives for continuous improvement
Undertake Visible Felt Leadership visits with Site Management team
Co-ordinate the availability of persons and facilities to ensure managers, supervisors and employees attend and complete identified training.
To identify improvement activities and training needs and give feedback of findings to managers and Compliance Manager
When possible, assist in the delivery of training
To advise managers on compliance
Monitoring staff to ensure compliance
Assist the company in reviewing and implementing all the necessary RAMS documentation in line with their third-party contract requirements
Carry out any other reasonable request made by line manager to support departmental or company objectives
Essential Criteria:
NEBOSH Certificate (as a minimum) and Safe-T-Cert
Experience of ISO
Demonstrate a pro-active approach
Good computer skills with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word & PowerPoint
Good time management skills with the ability to prioritise work and manage several tasks concurrently
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Have the ability to communicate with individuals at all levels including clients, contractors & consultants
Hold a valid driving license and have access to vehicle
Desirable Criteria:
Previous experience of working with a Main Contractor , preferably within the Commercial or Healthcare sector
Membership of Institute of Safety and Health working towards (TECH IOSH or Grad IOSH)
- Safe-T-Cert holder
For further information on this fantastic vacancy, please contact Kevin on or forward your CV using the link below.
Skills:
Health & Safety Officer HSEQ Officer SHEQ Officer
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