Job Title:
EHS Manager Ireland
Department:
EHS
Reporting to:
Head of Operations Ireland
location
Ballycoolin
Job Summary:
Obelisk is an internationally competitive professional engineering services business. We provide infrastructure solutions for the telecoms and renewable sectors in Ireland and UK. In April 2022, Obelisk was acquired by Visabeira, a Portuguese telecommunications and energy service provider with a turnover in the region of €1bn per annum, operating across mainland Europe and in the US.
The EHS Manager ROI, is pivotal in ensuring that Obelisk leads the way in Safety, Health, Environmental processes. As EHS is one of the main pillars of our business, this role will help to ensure we exceed the requirements within the EHS jurisdiction. This position is based in the Ireland and will be the day-to-day interface for EHS, in Ireland
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Manage and support the EHS team in achieving the highest possible Health and Safety standards. Carry out high quality safety inspections of Obelisk client sites.
- Perform risk reviews and preventative audit testing. Regularly conduct site visits, organise face-to-face field meetings, and assist with investigations following accidents or incidents.
- Liaise with enforcement authorities if they attend site on routine visits or to investigate following an incident.
- Understand bespoke client requirements and tailor management system to same with line manager approval.
- Coach and collaborate with all employees in Health and Safety expectations and standards. Attend management meetings to report on EHS performance
- Foster innovative ideas for enhanced safety performance and seek improvement opportunities
- Deliver appropriate training.
- Advise the project teams on all matters of Health, Safety and Environmental in accordance with the company’s safety management systems and current legislation
- Be the point of contact on EHS related matters.
- Ensure that EHS KPI’s are monitored, compliant, and where necessary under performance are addressed with relevant managers.
- Liaise with Line Manager on weekly tasks to be completed i.e. PPE & FAPPE Equipment and stock takes
- Review weekly EHS report, ensuring they are circulated
- Ensure that the Site Inspection & Good Catch Trackers are updated weekly
- Complete and submit client monthly reports within the timescale required
- Sign off on EHS slide deck for monthly contract review meetings
- Ensure the weekly performance log is completed, and the action log is updated each week
- Attend weekly EHS 1-2-1 meetings with the Head of Operations Manager as required
- Development and review of risk assessments, method statements, Preliminary Construction Information, and Construction Phase Plans.
- Ensure on-site crew folders are developed and issued to our Contracting Partners.
- Coordinate and attend face to face toolbox talks/ EHS engagement every quarter
- On site EHS safety audits and briefs with agreed KPI’s
Skills & Experience Required:
Strategy Profile: 3-5 years previous experience in a similar role in the Telecoms/Renewables sector. Knowledge of working with Telecoms and Utility infrastructure. Develop and execute a cutting-edge EH&S strategy that aligns with the company’s ambitious vision for growth.
Compliance Champion: Hold a current recognised professional Safety qualification. Membership of Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) - Chartered membership. NEBOSH General Certificate or Diploma. Navigate and maintain ISO accreditations (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001), IPPC License, and adhere to all critical EH&S legislation. Internal Auditor experience. Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline desirable.
Culture Builder: Integrate EH&S excellence into daily operations, making safety and sustainability second nature to the entire team in order to minimise legal exposure for employees and directors of the company. Excellent written and verbal communication & presentation skills, demonstrates impartial judgement during inspection and investigation activities. Champions our company values of Integrity, Innovation, Professionalism and Respect while modelling behaviours such as confidentiality, accountability, discretion, integrity and trustworthiness.
People Leader: Mentor and inspire the EH&S Team and influence teams across the site to foster a proactive safety culture. Strong relationship management skills. Proficiency in data-driven decision-making.
Collaborating: Engage with the wider EH&S community, sharing insights and best practices to stay ahead of industry trends. Be persuasive, presentable and confident with a proactive approach.
What you get in return:
- A career path that will enable you to reach new heights
- A flexible working environment
- Excellent company culture
- Bespoke in house and external training
- Employee discounts
- Pension Scheme
- Death in service benefit