EHS Advisor

Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
€50000 p.a.
Electrical Engineering
Posted 3 hours ago
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced EHS Advisor to join a leading electrical and engineering contractor delivering large-scale projects across Limerick. This is a pivotal role within a company recognised for excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to safety and sustainability.

As an EHS Advisor, you’ll play a hands-on role in driving a positive safety culture across a diverse range of projects, from high-tech data centres to major industrial and commercial builds. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Supervisors, and site teams to ensure all operations are carried out safely, responsibly, and in full compliance with legislation and company standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about health, safety, and environmental performance, and who wants to make a genuine impact. You’ll have the autonomy to influence best practice, the support of an experienced EHS team, and the chance to grow your career with a respected industry leader committed to continual improvement and professional development.

For those eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to reach out to Ryan at ryan@breaghrecruitment.com / 015314345

Skills:
  • Minimum 2 years’ site experience (electrical background an advantage).
  • NFQ Level 8 Diploma/Degree in Occupational H&S and NFQ Level 6 Certificate in Environmental Management.
  • Valid Safe Pass, Train the Trainer, and First Aid certifications.
  • Knowledge of Construction Regulations, CDM roles, and experience with subcontractors.
  • Familiar with EHS Management Systems and safety standards (ISO, Achilles, SSiPs).
  • Strong communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
  • Able to work collaboratively with project and safety teams and meet tight deadlines.
  • Skilled in auditing, incident investigation, and root cause analysis.
  • Up to date with current legislation and compliance standards.
  • IOSH membership or equivalent preferred.

As a EHS Advisor:
As an EHS Advisor, you’ll champion a culture of safety and environmental excellence across our projects. Working closely with project teams, you’ll implement and maintain effective EHS management systems, ensuring every site operates safely, responsibly, and in full compliance.

You’ll provide hands-on support and leadership to Project Managers, Supervisors, and site teams, driving best practice and continuous improvement in all EHS matters. Reporting to the EHS Manager, this role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact, whether stationed full-time on a project or supporting multiple sites.
 
EHS Advisor Responsibilities 
  • Provide advice, guidance, and training to management, employees, and subcontractors on all EHS matters.
  • Lead by example and maintain a proactive approach to site safety and environmental standards.
  • Conduct EHS inductions for all new personnel and visitors to site, ensuring understanding of site rules and procedures.
  • Carry out regular site audits and inspections, developing and following up on corrective and preventive action plans.
  • Ensure all incidents are reported, investigated, and closed out with clear root cause analysis and actions.
  • Support the preparation, review, and maintenance of project-specific EHS Plans, Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS).
  • Monitor EHS performance through data, KPIs, and trend reporting, recommending improvements where needed.
  • Review contractor competence and ensure compliance with legislation, client, and company requirements.
  • Provide or arrange training as required and maintain accurate training records.
  • Attend coordination and safety meetings, promoting a positive EHS culture.
  • Manage and monitor PPE usage, first aid arrangements, and site safety documentation.
  • Report regularly to the EHS Manager, Project Manager, and Site Management on EHS performance and issues.


The Package:

Salary will be DOE, but you can expect a salary of at least €50,000 plus package to and more.
Interviews are taking place this week so if you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date CV to ryan@breaghrecruitment.com or call us now on 00353(0)15314345.

The Breagh Team:

Breagh Recruitment are the go-to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants, providing qualified and experienced professionals with Construction jobs across the UK and Ireland, with an ethos based on flexibility, hard work, and a bit of good old common sense. We live within these core values servicing our clients and candidates daily.

Key roles we recruit for include Health & Safety managers, M&E project managers, construction managers, M&E site engineers, M&E quantity surveyors, civil engineers, site agents, estimators, buyers, bid managers and M&E site supervisors, across Ireland and the UK.

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