HSE Assistant

HSE Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Environmental Assistant  to join the H&S team on a major civil engineering and infrastructure project in Dublin.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile construction project, working closely with the Health & Safety Manager, construction teams and supply chain partners to promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with Irish health and safety legislation.

The successful candidate will support the implementation of project health and safety standards, assist with site inspections and audits, and help ensure that all construction activities are carried out safely and in accordance with established procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Support construction managers and supervisors with the preparation, review and approval of Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), including risk assessments, method statements and work plans.
• Advise construction teams on the development and implementation of appropriate safety documentation for planned works.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of project work plans, including logistics and traffic management plans.
• Support workforce registration, onboarding and site induction processes.
• Help ensure employees have the appropriate training, qualifications and certifications for their roles.
• Conduct regular health and safety inspections and audits, document findings and follow up on corrective actions.
• Attend and support health and safety meetings with the project H&S Manager and construction teams.
• Assist in preparing and delivering safety briefings and Toolbox Talks.
• Support incident investigations and help identify appropriate corrective and preventative measures.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices, procedures and tools to improve project health and safety performance.

Essential Requirements

• Legal right to work in the Republic of Ireland.
• Willingness to undergo five-year background screening as part of the recruitment process.
• NEBOSH General Certificate in Construction Safety and Health or NEBOSH Diploma.
• Minimum of five years' experience in a similar health and safety role within the construction industry.
• Valid Safe Pass card.
• Full driving licence.
• Previous experience working within a civil engineering project team.
• Strong knowledge of Irish health and safety legislation relevant to the construction industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, OneDrive and Teams.
• Good numeracy skills and the ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Strong communication, listening and negotiation skills.
• Proven problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Desirable

• Technical IOSH membership or higher.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work on a major infrastructure project.
• A collaborative working environment with opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Support for professional memberships and ongoing training.
• Exposure to a wide range of construction and civil engineering activities.
• Opportunities for future career development.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process where required.