Environment Health Safety Lead

Buttimer Engineering is currently seeking an experienced EHS Manager to join our growing team. This is a key role within the business, providing expert guidance and hands-on support across all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Welfare matters.

The successful candidate will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and play a vital role in embedding and maintaining high safety standards across all projects and operations.

Location: Cahir, Co. Tipperary & project sites as required

The Role

• Oversee the Health, Safety & Environmental Management System, ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation, risk assessments, and safe systems of work
• Work closely with the Operations Team to implement and maintain the Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Develop and maintain Site-Specific Construction EHS Plans.
• Act as SME for all High-Risk Activities (HRAs), ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and effectively controlled.
• Support the development and coordination of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Deliver and coordinate mandatory EHS training across the business, ensuring full compliance and up-to-date certification for all staff and subcontractors.
• Assist in the development and rollout of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including training and communication to employees and subcontractors.
• Ensure all subcontractors are prequalified in line with Buttimer protocols and correctly assigned to projects.
• Lead incident reporting, investigation, and follow-up in accordance with company procedures and notification protocols.
• Deliver regular safety communications, including weekly Toolbox Talks and Safety Alerts.
• Ensure statutory inspections are completed, recorded, and maintained within the company Safety Management System (SharePoint).
• Provide ongoing EHS documentation and project support as required.
• Carry out any additional duties necessary to support the effective operation of the business.

The Person

• Relevant Health and Safety Diploma /or Degree.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in Environmental Health and Safety role in a similar business.
• Experience in construction would be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of EHS legislation and best practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage across all levels of the organisation
• Strong team player with a flexible and adaptable approach
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider team
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required

if you are interested in this role, click "Apply" or send your CV to Human Resources hr@buttimer.com