About us MKO is Ireland’s largest Ecology and Environmental consultancy.        Our team of 200+ experienced professionals work across the ecology, planning, environmental, and related fields. We deliver challenging and complex projects for our clients and have an unrivalled track record of success. We add real value to our client’s projects through our multi-disciplinary expertise and a broad range of nationwide experience.       Our success and growth rests entirely on the knowledge, skills, ambition and integrity of our people, and we value these qualities most highly. We are forward-thinking and work with a can-do attitude, which nurtures people, ideas and opportunities to help maximise potential.       Through our work, we aim to leave a legacy we can all be proud of. Job Description Join our team as a Senior Health and Safety Consultant, where you’ll be at the forefront of managing and growing our talented Health and Safety team.  Key responsibilities:<ul><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Lead the provision of construction safety consultancy services, (including fulfilling the role of PSDP) on a wide range of both renewable energy projects and on “standard” construction projects;</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Lead the delivery of Occupational Health &amp; Safety consultancy services and Health &amp; Safety advisory services;</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Promote a safety culture throughout MKO;</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Lead the growth and development of our Galway Health &amp; Safety services team.</li></ul> What we’re looking for in youWe're looking for an experienced Health &amp; Safety professional with a passion for shaping sustainable and safe work environments, combined with strong leadership and client engagement skills. Requirements:The ideal candidate will have a third level qualification in Safety and Health; and have at least 5 years work experience in a health &amp; safety role, with experience in:<ul><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Third level qualification in Safety and Health</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">At least 5 years work experience in a Health &amp; Safety role</li></ul> Experience in: <ul><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Leading Health &amp; Safety consultancy services delivery</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Fulfilling the role of Project Supervisor for the Design Process (PSDP)</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);margin-bottom:0cm;line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Undertaking auditing / inspections / accident or incident investigations </li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);margin-bottom:0cm;line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Evaluating contractor Risk Assessment and Method Statements</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);margin-bottom:0cm;line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Company Health &amp; Safety reviews and audits</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);margin-bottom:0cm;line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Developing staff Health &amp; Safety training plans</li></ul> Ideally, you will also possess: <ul><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">PSDP Training Course</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">IOSH Managing Safely Certification </li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Solas accredited Safe pass trainer</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Business development experience</li><li style="color:rgb(33,37,41);line-height:normal;background:#FFFFFF;font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Renewables energy projects experience</li></ul> This is an exciting role that will give the successful candidate an opportunity to further develop their Health &amp; Safety Management skills and progress their career with a dynamic and vibrant organisation that is determined to expand our reach and impact and leave a legacy we can be proud of. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, recognising the contribution you will make. At MKO, your professional development is important to us, with ongoing opportunities for growth, training and leadership development. MKO offers a culture that supports you. We offer flexible work arrangements that value our team members’ well-being and work-life balance. We actively embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental elements of our workplace culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, recognising that a diverse team fosters innovation, creativity, and a more dynamic work environment. We promote a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths. To apply: Candidates interested in the available position should apply by submitting an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae and cover letter.

MKO is Ireland&rsquo;s largest Planning and Environmental consultancy. Our team of 200+ experienced professionals work across the planning, environmental, ecology and related fields. We deliver challenging and complex projects for our clients and have an unrivalled track record of success. We add real value to our clients&rsquo; projects through our multi-disciplinary expertise and broad range of nationwide experience. Our success and growth rests entirely on the knowledge, skills, ambition and integrity of our people, and we value these qualities most highly. We are forward-thinking and work with a can-do attitude, which nurtures people, ideas and opportunities to help maximise potential. Through our work, we aim to leave a legacy we can all be proud of.

Senior Health & Safety Consultant

About us MKO is Ireland’s largest Ecology and Environmental consultancy.        Our team of 200+ experienced professionals work across the ecology, planning, environmental, and related fields. We deliver challenging and complex projects for our clients and have an unrivalled track record of success. We add real value to our client’s projects through our multi-disciplinary expertise and a broad range of nationwide experience.       Our success and growth rests entirely on the knowledge, skills, ambition and integrity of our people, and we value these qualities most highly. We are forward-thinking and work with a can-do attitude, which nurtures people, ideas and opportunities to help maximise potential.       Through our work, we aim to leave a legacy we can all be proud of. Job Description Join our team as a Senior Health and Safety Consultant, where you’ll be at the forefront of managing and growing our talented Health and Safety team.  Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead the provision of construction safety consultancy services, (including fulfilling the role of PSDP) on a wide range of both renewable energy projects and on “standard” construction projects;</li><li>Lead the delivery of Occupational Health &amp; Safety consultancy services and Health &amp; Safety advisory services;</li><li>Promote a safety culture throughout MKO;</li><li>Lead the growth and development of our Galway Health &amp; Safety services team.</li></ul> What we’re looking for in youWe're looking for an experienced Health &amp; Safety professional with a passion for shaping sustainable and safe work environments, combined with strong leadership and client engagement skills. Requirements:The ideal candidate will have a third level qualification in Safety and Health; and have at least 5 years work experience in a health &amp; safety role, with experience in:<ul><li>Third level qualification in Safety and Health</li><li>At least 5 years work experience in a Health &amp; Safety role</li></ul> Experience in: <ul><li>Leading Health &amp; Safety consultancy services delivery</li><li>Fulfilling the role of Project Supervisor for the Design Process (PSDP)</li><li>Undertaking auditing / inspections / accident or incident investigations </li><li>Evaluating contractor Risk Assessment and Method Statements</li><li>Company Health &amp; Safety reviews and audits</li><li>Developing staff Health &amp; Safety training plans</li></ul> Ideally, you will also possess: <ul><li>PSDP Training Course</li><li>IOSH Managing Safely Certification </li><li>QQI Level 6 Manual Handling Instructor</li><li>Solas accredited Safe pass trainer</li><li>Business development experience</li><li>Renewables energy projects experience</li></ul> This is an exciting role that will give the successful candidate an opportunity to further develop their Health &amp; Safety Management skills and progress their career with a dynamic and vibrant organisation that is determined to expand our reach and impact and leave a legacy we can be proud of. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, recognising the contribution you will make. At MKO, your professional development is important to us, with ongoing opportunities for growth, training and leadership development. MKO offers a culture that supports you. We offer flexible work arrangements that value our team members’ well-being and work-life balance. We actively embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental elements of our workplace culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, recognising that a diverse team fosters innovation, creativity, and a more dynamic work environment. We promote a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths. To apply: Candidates interested in the available position should apply by submitting an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae and cover letter.

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