Safety Lead – Building Construction Project Clare

Safety Lead  – Commercial Construction 
A highly established residential & commercial construction contractor has an opportunity for a driven Safety Lead. This role will work in a commercial & residential project in Ennis Co Clare. Reporting directly to the Group Health & Safety Director, this role is responsible for providing competent advice and ensuring full compliance with all Health & Safety legislation, company policies, and statutory requirements.

The successful candidate will lead by example, acting as a visible role model onsite and supporting project teams in achieving the highest standards of Health & Safety performance. You will provide active, site based support to project teams, helping to drive the company’s Safety Management System and promoting a proactive, best practice safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular, formal site audits and carry out inspections in line with the Safety Management System.
• Ensure all statutory inspection records are maintained for site activities.
• Deliver Health & Safety induction programmes for new employees and contractors.
• Manage, monitor, and recommend PPE requirements for on site personnel.
• Organise and chair site Safety Meetings.
• Review subcontractors’ RAMS & SPA and evaluate their safety compliance.
• Assist Site Management in drafting and communicating Method Statements.
• Maintain and communicate the site Emergency Plans.
• Conduct preliminary accident investigations, while updating the Group Health and Safety Director.
• Ensure First Aiders are available on site and that all required supplies and certifications are up to date.
• Collate and prepare all relevant information for inclusion in the project Safety File for client handover. 

You will need

• Health and Safety Cert, Diploma or Degree is essential
• Proven experience as a Safety Lead on site for a commercial construction project main contractor 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in the construction industry
• Lead investigation experience & reporting 

Benefits & Next Steps 

• High profile project with established contractor 
• Positive safety culture 
• Progressive safety management system
• Friendly, professional team 
• Attractive salary plus benefits 

To apply, send a detailed resume outlining commercial construction project experience as a safety advisor/lead. Sponsorship not available, must live locally and have full drivers licence.