POSITION DESCRIPTION

ESB is committed to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2040 and the successful delivery of new Networks projects by Engineering and Major Projects (EMP) will play a key part in achieving this goal. Project success will depend upon safe delivery and on maintaining high safety and health standards on these important projects.
Reporting to the SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) Manager, Engineering and Major Projects, the Networks Projects Safety Manager will lead the safety and health planning and delivery of ESB’s Networks Project portfolio. This will include ensuring that the business has a clear safety strategy, robust processes, is fully compliant with legislation and ESB requirements and has adequate competent resources to ensure the safe delivery of our Networks projects.
This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their career in this innovative area of construction.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• A Third level qualification in safety, environment, engineering, or equivalent experience is essential
• Minimum 7+ years’ previous health and safety experience or relevant industry experience
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, risk assessment, and hazard prevention
• Practical experience in safety management or a related field is crucial
• Excellent skills in communication, problem-solving, and leadership

• Strategy Development: Creating health and safety strategies, procedures, plans and specifications for projects
• Support and Direction: Providing guidance, support and direction to project teams and assistance in development of Safety Improvement Plans
• Contractor Assurance: Development and implementation of safety measures such as mobilisation audits, ongoing review to ensure the highest Safety & Health standards on EMP Projects.
• Training and Culture: Identification of safety training requirements, ensuring training is available to staff and embedding a positive safety & health culture
• Incident Management: Reporting and investigating staff and contractor incidents and accidents to determine causes and implement corrective actions
• Documentation and Compliance: Developing and reviewing safety and health documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance. Ensuring work is completed in compliance with legislative requirements and ESB Policies and Procedure
• Team Development & Representation: Developing NP SHE team that can provide effective SHE supports to Networks Projects and Represent EMP SHE on cross business forums