HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER (WESTERN REGION)

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact by driving Health & Safety excellence across innovative construction projects? At OCC Construction, we place health and safety at the core of everything we do. As a company leading the way in modern construction with advanced technologies, sustainable practices, and innovative methods, we are proud to foster a workplace that prioritises safety, quality, and people.
We are currently seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join our team and ensure the highest standards of compliance and safety across projects in Galway and beyond. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making, drive compliance, and support continuous improvement across the organisation. If you are passionate about safety, and eager to advance your career with a company committed to continuous improvement, take the next step in your career by joining a team that values safety, innovation, and professional growth.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

5+ years in similar position, preferably with a main contractor.
Degree (L8 or higher) in H&S or related field.
Excellent knowledge of Irish Construction safety legislation, regulations and standards.
Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
Proficiency in MS office & digital management tools.
Full clean Irish Driving licence required.
To learn more or discuss the role confidentially, contact Amanda Percy on 091-511445.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 25/06/202

Lead the strategic direction of H&S across the company, ensuring alignment with OCC’s operational goals, legal obligations and industry best practices.
Maintain hands-on oversight of safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations to drive compliance, accountability, and operational excellence.
Oversee the implementation of continuous improvement of OCC’s QEHS management system, ensuring it remains robust, scalable and fit for purpose for all projects.
Provide senior level guidance to site teams and project managers, supporting them to embed a proactive safety culture and meet H&S performance targets.
Conduct regular site audits to ensure the highest health and safety standards are maintained, with follow-ups to resolve any issues immediately.
Mentor and coach H&S personnel and project teams, building capability across the organisation through knowledge sharing and targeted upskilling.
Ensure that appropriate training frameworks and certification processes are maintained, updated, and integrated into workforce planning.
Contribute to leadership meetings, reporting on H&S metrics, legal compliance, audit outcomes and strategic risk.