Senior Health & Safety Advisor
Posted on Feb. 27, 2026 by Sisk
- Cork, Ireland
- N/A
- Full Time
Overview:
Desirable
Our People and Recruitment Commitment
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
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.
The Senior Advisor HSEQ provides direct operational support to project teams, ensuring health, safety, environment, quality and wellbeing standards are applied consistently on site. Works under the guidance of the Manager HSEQ and Senior Manager HSEQ to implement company HSEQ systems and statutory requirements. Supports mentoring of Advisors and Graduate Advisors within the business unit.
Responsibilities:Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery and implementation of HSEQ systems, procedures and standards on allocated projects
- Conduct site inspections, audits and reviews to monitor compliance and identify areas for improvement
- Assist in the preparation of risk assessments, method statements, environmental management plans and wellbeing initiatives
- Investigate incidents and near misses, ensuring thorough analysis and follow-up on corrective actions
- Provide guidance and support to project teams on HSEQ matters Deliver HSEQ awareness briefings, toolbox talks and training to site teams
- Collect, analyse and report HSEQ performance data to the Manager HSEQ
- Promote a positive HSEQ culture through engagement with site teams
- Support tender and pre-contract processes with HSEQ input
- Maintain awareness of relevant legislation, standards and best practice and support compliance across projects
Experience and Skills
- Experience in construction HSEQ within a project environment
- Knowledge of health, safety, environmental, quality and wellbeing requirements
- Ability to advise and influence operational teams and subcontractors Strong communication, reporting and interpersonal skills Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload in a dynamic environment
- Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating HSEQ risks
Required
- Degree or professional qualification in Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Quality Management or related discipline
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent recognised H&S qualification
- Experience in risk assessment, auditing, incident investigation and compliance monitoring.
Desirable
- IOSH or other professional membership
- Knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 or other relevant management systems
- Previous experience mentoring junior HSEQ team members
- 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.
Advertised until:
March 29, 2026
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