Senior Health and Safety Officer - Award Winning Main Contractor

Galway, County Galway, Ireland
€65000 p.a.
Health and Safety
Posted 17 days ago
Senior Health & Safety Officer
Award-Winning Main Contractor

Major Projects across Galway
€65,000 + Vehicle, Fuel Card, Pension & Expenses
Ready to step up into a senior Health & Safety role? This is your chance to take ownership of safety across landmark projects in the Connacht region with a contractor recognised for quality, delivery, and long-term stability.

Our client, a respected main contractor with an extensive portfolio spanning residential, commercial, educational, and healthcare sectors, is seeking a Senior Health & Safety Officer to lead safety strategy and implementation across multiple active sites in Galway.


The Opportunity This is more than just site-based H&S. You’ll be the driving force behind a proactive safety culture, ensuring the highest standards are met across a wide range of concurrent projects – from large-scale residential developments to public infrastructure and commercial builds.

You’ll enjoy full autonomy in your role, the backing of a strong safety team, and the security of a contractor with a robust pipeline of projects across Ireland.


Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Regional HSE Manager, you will:

  • Lead, mentor, and support project-based H&S Officers

  • Oversee site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews

  • Maintain and update H&S management systems, policies, and procedures

  • Deliver training, toolbox talks, and safety briefings

  • Review subcontractor RAMS and ensure compliance with legislation

  • Promote a strong, safety-first culture across all sites

  • Investigate incidents, drive improvements, and embed lessons learned


What You’ll Bring
  • Degree or third-level qualification in Health & Safety (or related discipline)

  • 5+ years’ experience in a senior or multi-site H&S role within construction

  • Strong knowledge of Irish construction legislation and H&S systems

  • Experience managing H&S across large-scale or multi-site projects

  • IOSH membership (or similar) an advantage

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and reporting skills

  • Full clean driving licence


What’s on Offer
  • Salary: €65,000 (DOE)

  • Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, pension & expenses

  • Location:  Galway

  • Career: Long-term, secure role with progression opportunities


How to Apply Call us today on 01 531 4345 for a confidential discussion or send your CV directly to philip@breaghrecruitment.com.


About Breagh Recruitment Breagh Recruitment are specialists in construction and engineering recruitment across Ireland and the UK. We partner with leading contractors, developers, and consultancies to connect outstanding professionals with long-term career opportunities.

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