At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join our on-site project team in Cork. This role provides direct operational support to project teams, ensuring health, safety, environment, quality and wellbeing standards are applied consistently on site.You will play a key leadership role in driving compliance, managing risk and promoting a strong, proactive safety culture on site.
Safety Leadership
Lead and manage the health and safety function on assigned projects.
Provide advice and direction to project managers, engineers and supervisors on safety requirements.
Ensure safety is embedded in planning, delivery and close-out stages of the project.
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure full compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and company procedures.
Lead the development and review of project safety plans, risk assessments and method statements.
Carry out regular inspections, audits and incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Monitor subcontractor compliance and provide support where required.
Culture and Engagement
Promote a culture of safety through visible leadership and engagement with project teams.
Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks and training sessions to staff and subcontractors.
Encourage open communication on safety issues and ensure lessons learned are shared.
Reporting and Assurance
Prepare and present regular safety reports to project and business unit leadership.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, near misses and corrective actions.
Support the BU Head of Safety in ensuring consistency of reporting and performance tracking.
Essential
Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice in construction.
Proven experience in managing health and safety on large construction projects.
Strong leadership and influencing skills with the ability to engage all levels of staff.
Excellent organisational, reporting and communication skills.
Ability to identify, assess and manage risks in dynamic project environments.
Desirable
Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or on complex infrastructure, life sciences or data centre projects.
Familiarity with digital tools for safety reporting and performance tracking.
Knowledge of occupational health and behavioural safety initiatives.
Essential
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in occupational health and safety.
Professional membership of IOSH or equivalent body.
Demonstrated experience in managing safety teams or site-based safety professionals.
Desirable
Postgraduate qualification in health and safety, risk management or related discipline.
Additional training in behavioural safety or leadership coaching.
Experience in environmental and sustainability aspects of project delivery.
What We Offer
At Sisk, your rewards package goes far beyond your salary. Our most valued benefits include:
Our People & Recruitment CommitmentAt Sisk, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work with purpose, grow a career without limits and be part of a supportive, collaborative team.
All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited CVs or speculative contact from unapproved agencies are not accepted, and no fees will be payable.
Equity, Inclusion & AccessibilityWe are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, family status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all candidates.
Encouraging All Talent to ApplyWe understand that the confidence gap or imposter syndrome can discourage great people from applying. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to express your interest — your skills, experience and potential are what matter.
Compliance & TransparencyAll recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.
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Founded in Cork and family-owned Sisk is an innovative, international, construction and engineering business with a long-term vision and over 165 years in operation.
Sisk employs approx. 2,500 people and is Ireland's leading provider of construction services with extensive operations across Ireland, the United Kingdom and mainland Europe with the track record, scale and capacity to successfully undertake large, complex multidisciplinary programmes. Sisk is recognised by global clients as a world leader in safe delivery.
Sisk delivers projects and programmes in key sectors such as Data and Technology, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, Infrastructure, Transportation, Healthcare, Commercial, Residential, Retail, Industrial, Leisure, Education and Energy.
Sisk offers a life-cycle approach to construction from planning and offsite construction, through delivering and fitting out a project safely and sustainably with technology as a key enabler, and then working with clients to help manage and maintain buildings efficiently throughout their lifespan.
