EHS Campus Manager

September 18, 2023 | Comments Off on EHS Campus Manager

EHS Campus Manager

Kildare/Dublin

Competitive Salary + package

Experienced Health & Safety Managers will enjoy working for this established M&E contractor, overseeing health and safety on the delivery of a large mission critical project in Kildare. As the EHS Campus Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the project implementation and delivery processes.

This is a great opportunity to manage health & Safety on one of Irelands largest projects, gaining exposure to a global client. This contractor have recently received large investment, putting them in an incredibly strong financial position which is reflecting in their current and upcoming project pipeline, making this a great time to join the business. This contractor are well known for their continuous upskilling and progression opportunities, making this a great place to advance your career.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, procedures, and policies to ensure compliance with Regulations & Company Polices & Periodically inspecting, auditing, and reviewing safe work practices.
  • Oversee EHS programs in Ireland & potentially overseas ensuring consistent adherence to corporate standards and local regulations.
  • Reporting to the Group EHS Manager/ Operations Director.
  • Set the vision, strategic direction and drive construction EHS excellence.
  • Being accountable for EHS performance metrics and implementation of annual improvement plans.
  • Deliver guidance and coaching to senior construction management to ensure site actions are in alignment with company EHS policies.
  • Establish construction EHS audit strategies that ensure programs meet or exceed all legal requirements in conjunction with the Group EHS Manager.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and maintain a safe work environment, fostering a culture of safety throughout the organization and to drive continuous improvement initiatives related to EHS performance.
  • Prepare and review documentation to ensure all required records and reports are complete, accurate and submitted per established procedures and implement appropriate corrective action as required.
  • Works with other EHS team members to provide top level expertise on EHS subjects & provide expert advice and guidance to management and employees on EHS matters.
  • Proactively plan and manage construction EHS objectives to support the company's strategic growth plans.
  • Measure and monitor construction EHS benchmarks, metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to meet company-wide goals and drive best in class results.
  • Drive the implementation of programs and initiatives to foster a strong safety culture.
  • Identify and coordinate construction EHS training to meet regulatory requirements and improve construction EHS awareness & performance across the company.
  • Manage incident investigations and root cause analyses, implementing measures to prevent future occurrences.
  • Serve as a point of contact for EHS regulatory agencies and represent the organization in relevant industry forums.
  • Organize and oversee emergency response drills and procedures to ensure preparedness and effective response.
  • Lead, foster, and grow relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to drive company success.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills, with the ability to collate and present performance reports and provide insights.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain safety training program with site leads. This includes coordinating, scheduling, and/or leading training sessions as vital and ensuring 100% completion rates.
  • Oversee projects on company internal digital safety platform.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Committed to delivering value and introducing new initiatives to enhance safety performance.

Skills & Requirements

To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications:

  • Minimum of 10 years' senior management experience desired.
  • Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, or related subject.
  • Strong construction background along with EHS is a necessary.
  • Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire teams with a collaborative approach.
  • Strong decision-making skills and the ability to build respect and influence at all levels.
  • Strong executive communication and presentation skills.