Job Description

• Dublin
• Permanent / Full Time
• 20 Oct 2026

OCS Recruitment is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to support a busy construction and refurbishment client across multiple sites in Dublin.
This
is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Health & Safety professional with 3-5 years' experience in the construction industry to join a growing business, working across commercial and industrial construction, painting and refurbishment projects.
 
The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with Irish health and safety legislation, and supporting site teams in maintaining safe working environments.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular site inspections and safety audits across multiple construction sites throughout Dublin, with site travel required at least 3 days per week.
• Monitor compliance with Irish health and safety legislation, regulations and company policies.
• Prepare, review and monitor Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Advise site management, supervisors and operatives on health and safety best practices.
• Identify potential hazards, assess risks and recommend appropriate control measures.
• Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Assist with the development, implementation and review of Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings to promote awareness and best practice.
• Monitor the use of PPE, safe systems of work and compliance with site-specific safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate health and safety documentation, inspection reports and compliance records.
• Support site teams in preparing for external audits, client inspections and regulatory visits.
• Promote continuous improvement and foster a positive health and safety culture across all projects.

Requirements

• 3-5 years' experience in a Health & Safety role within the construction industry.
• Relevant Health & Safety qualification, such as a degree, diploma or recognised professional qualification.
• Good working knowledge of Irish health and safety legislation and construction industry requirements.
• Experience carrying out site inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of RAMS, safe systems of work and incident investigation procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with site teams and management.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple sites.
• A full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel between sites across Dublin at least 3 days per week.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of commercial and industrial construction and refurbishment projects.
• A hands-on role with a strong site presence and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on safety standards.
• The chance to work with an established and growing construction business.
• A supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development.

Apply Now