QHSSE Manager (Quality, Health, Safety, Security & Environment)
Your Challenge
We have an exciting opportunity for a QHSSE Manager to join our team in Dublin.
In this role, you will lead and coordinate all aspects of Quality, Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (QHSSE) management across the organisation. You will ensure compliance with relevant legislation and ISO standards, while driving a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence across all projects and services.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all QHSSE activities across the organisation
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, ISO standards, and company policies
- Promote a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset
- Provide expert advice and guidance to internal teams and external stakeholders
- Develop, implement, and maintain QHSSE policies, procedures, and systems
Key Activities
Quality
- Maintain and develop the Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001
- Lead internal and external audits, ensuring non-conformances are addressed and closed out
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across projects, services, and processes
Health & Safety
- Ensure compliance with Irish Health & Safety legislation and codes of practice
- Conduct risk assessments, site inspections, and incident investigations
- Provide training and guidance on safe systems of work
Security
- Oversee compliance with physical and information security requirements
- Support ISO 27001 implementation and adherence
- Conduct security risk assessments and liaise with Data Protection partners
Environment
- Maintain compliance with ISO 14001 Environmental Management standards
- Develop and implement sustainability and environmental improvement initiatives
- Monitor and report on environmental performance
PSCS (Project Supervisor Construction Stage)
- Undertake PSCS duties for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), Dublin City Council (DCC), and other client projects
- Maintain TII-approved PSCS status
- Advise clients on the appointment of competent designers and contractors
- Manage statutory notifications to the HSA
- Coordinate design, planning, and construction activities in line with H&S requirements
- Manage pre-construction information and ensure effective communication across stakeholders
- Review construction phase plans and welfare arrangements
- Produce and maintain Health & Safety files for completed projects
- Develop and maintain PSCS procedures, documentation, and standards
- Monitor and respond to client feedback relating to PSCS activities
Your Profile
Essential:
- Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent)
- 5–10 years’ experience in a similar role
- Strong knowledge of Irish Health & Safety legislation and ISO management systems
- Proven experience delivering PSCS responsibilities
Desirable:
- NEBOSH certification and/or IOSH Chartered status (or working towards)
- Auditor certification (ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 / 27001)
- Experience in Information Security Management Systems
- Design experience within the construction sector
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
Apply Now
If you are looking to take the next step in your QHSSE career within a growing and innovative organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Recruitment Agencies:
SWARCO operates a direct sourcing model and does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted without prior written agreement will be considered the property of SWARCO, and no fee will be payable.