Group Construction Health and Safety Specialist

Overview

PM Group is seeking to recruit a Group Construction H&S Specialist to support large‑scale construction projects across Ireland and Western Europe. Reporting to both the Site Construction Manager and the Manager of Group Construction Health & Safety Services, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a project-specific Construction Health & Safety programme that delivers best‑in‑class performance.

Who we are

PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm with a team of 4000+ people.  We are world leaders in the pharma, food, medtech and mission critical sectors. From our network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US, we work with the world's leading organisations.  We are focused on growing a sustainable business centred around our people, our clients and trade partners.

Responsibilities

Job Role and Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Develop, promote and maintain a strong, pro-active health & safety culture on the project
• Ensure implementation of PM Group’s environmental and sustainability programmes
• Ensure full compliance with local and national Health and Safety legislation pertaining to the project construction phase
• Develop project-specific health & safety strategies, programmes and plans in partnership with Group Construction Health and Safety
• Implement the Group’s behavioural based safety programme
• Co-ordinate construction health and safety programme elements addressing site access, security, project induction, first aid, welfare and emergency arrangements
• Co-ordinate and manage on-site construction health and safety resources
• Communicate and co-ordinate the adoption of industry best practices in health and safety on the project
• Establish a process of active health and safety monitoring through audits and inspections of site conditions and contractor activities
• Monitor and report on health and safety performance and challenges using predefined leading and lagging health and safety performance indicators
• Co-ordinate the development and implementation of health and safety programmes and initiatives designed to continually improve performance
• Support the Project’s Construction Manager in the execution of health and safety related statutory duties
• Co-ordinate the investigation of incidents, ensuring root cause analysis is completed and corrective actions are implemented
• Influence employee work practices through dialogue, relationship building and behavioural safety coaching
• Co-ordinate the development and delivery of safety training, workshops and awareness briefings in consultation with the site construction management team
• Co-ordinate and manage all safety aspects of the transition from Construction through to Commissioning
• Co-ordinate and manage all safety aspects of Commissioning safety when ownership retained by the project
• Co-ordinate the development and implementation of health and safety wellness programmes
• Maintain compliance with the company’s ISO45001 accredited safety management system.

Qualifications

• Primary Degree in Engineering, Science or equivalent, in conjunction with a recognised Diploma in the Occupational Health and Safety
• Chartered member of IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) or equivalent qualification would be an advantage
• An advanced knowledge of construction health and safety principles with proven technical skills in occupational safety and health disciplines with a minimum 10 years’ experience in a related role
• Experience and proven capabilities in developing and implementing world class health and safety management systems in a construction projects environment
• Experience in developing and implementing behavioural safety programmes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong influencing and negotiation skills. 
• A demonstrated ability to communicate and influence at management and operator levels within a project organisation

Why PM Group?

Our benefits include:

• Flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid working policy
• An employee-owned share scheme. All employees have the opportunity to invest in the company, every one contributing to the success of the company.
• Pension, bonus, educational assistance and many other benefits.

As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy. 

Click here to read more in our 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report.

Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.

PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.