Location: Limerick

Reporting to: HSEQ Manager

Hours: 40 hours

Job Purpose

The objective of this position is to develop a robust, consistent and appropriate approach to Health and Safety, lead the site team to comply with Country specific HSEQ, Customer HSEQ and Construction Regulations ensuring compliance, objectives are met and implemented.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and promote the ISS H&S Culture on site.
• Deploy the requirements of the ISS Safety Management System.
• Carry out accident investigation in order to identify route causes and ensure control measures are identified and applied.
• Ensure hazards are identified, risks are documented and adequate control measure are implemented to reduce the risk.
• Conduct task specific risk assessments and prepare method statements.
• Support the completion of weekly safe plan of action.
• Ensure that HSE competences are assessed at all levels and any shortfalls addressed to meet the requirements of Irish legislation.
• Ensure that there is an effective audit, training and communication programme.
• Ensure safe work practices and procedures are followed on site.
• Conduct health and safety inspections and compile reports.
• Support management to promote a positive safety culture through effective leadership.
• Assist, identify and champion best practice.
• Delivery of training including ISS HSEQ Induction, chemical awareness, manual handling and task specific training.
• Prepare and deliver Toolbox Talks and Safety Communications.
• Represent the company at white board and client meetings.

Other Responsibilities

• Ensure accidents are properly reported, investigated and appropriate measures taken to minimise their recurrence.
• Carry out audits and training as required.
• Ensure that staff are consulted on matters that affect their health and safety.
• Provide professional advice to management and frontline teams.
• Promote ISS HSEQ Initiatives, Creating Safe Spaces Behaviours, ISS Safety Rules, Safety Observation Reporting, Environmental Initiatives and strive for continuous improvement.
• Understand how ISO fits into daily business operations.
• Read, understand and work in accordance with the company’s HSEQ Policies.
• Complete tasks in accordance with company HSEQ procedures and work instructions.
• Support the implementation, operation and continuous improvement of our HSEQ Management Systems at site level.
• Manage complaints and record centrally.

Qualifications:

• Third level qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (minimum Cert/NEBOSH in Safety, Health and Welfare at Work or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Health and Safety Advisor role

Highly Desirable:

• Membership of IOSH (or similar professional body).
• Competency in the Facility Services & Construction Sector.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.

Skills:

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Completing site inspections and audits.
• Training delivery and presentation skills.
• Experience developing risk assessments and method statements

Competencies

• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Communication skills (written and verbal, fluency in English required also).
• Customer service & people management skills.
• Decision making.
• Drive & determination.
• Initiative, Innovation, Problem solving.
• Relationship building.
• Risk awareness.
• Self-confidence.
• Team building

HSEQ:

• Ensure safe work practices and procedures are followed on site
• Use of Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment (w/a)
• Understand how ISO fits into daily business operations
• Read, understand and work in accordance with the company’s HSEQ Policies
• Complete tasks in accordance with company HSEQ procedures and work instructions

Other features of the job:

It may be necessary to work alternative hours, shift patterns or unsociable hours, including weekends and sometimes more than contracted hours. As part of your job, you will be expected to attend training events and/or meetings and travel to other locations may be required. Local requirements will govern your patterns and locations of work.

Company Overview:

At ISS, we’re committed to creating spaces where everyone can thrive. We bring people and places together, offering a welcoming and inclusive workplace where every identity, skill, and passion has a place to grow. Whether you’re on the frontline or behind the scenes in strategy and sales, you’re part of something that truly impacts our clients, our people, and our world. People make places – and at ISS, we’re proud of the impact our people have in industries like healthcare, education, and professional services.

Your potential is our purpose. Our dedicated team supports employee growth through continuous learning, upskilling, and unique opportunities for advancement. ISS also champions inclusion: we’re proud members of The Valuable 500, advancing initiatives for diverse abilities, gender balance, and age inclusion.

Safety and wellbeing are our foundation. Through rigorous health and safety standards, regular training, and wellness programs, we’re committed to being a safe space for all our staff. Recognising our people’s achievements is a key part of our culture – from our Apple Awards to our Global Leadership conference, we celebrate your impact.

Join ISS and discover a career with purpose, growth, and recognition. Come be part of the journey to becoming the World’s Greatest Service Organisation.

ISS Facility Services is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Code: INDHP

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €50,000.00-€60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• Do you have third level qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (minimum Cert/NEBOSH in Safety, Health and Welfare at Work or equivalent?
• Do you have minimum 2 years of experience in a Health and Safety Advisor role?
• Do you have a valid driving license (Ireland)?

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person