EHS Zero Harm Compliance Manager | Ireland (with overseas travel) 

• Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
• To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.
• To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
• To work with the best.
• Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.
  
Key Functions:
  
Program Implementation and Management:

• Lead the integration and operationalisation of the Zero Harm Program’s core processes and principles organisation wide.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance program components to ensure effectiveness and adherence to evolving safety standards.

Training and Development:

• Design and conduct comprehensive training sessions tailored to embed Zero Harm principles at all organisational levels.
• Collaborate with HR and Training departments to integrate Zero Harm values into recruitment, onboarding, and professional development, emphasising leadership development in safety.

Safety Culture Promotion:

• Champion a proactive safety culture, driving leadership visibility and commitment to the Zero Harm ethos.
• Facilitate open communication and collaborative efforts across departments to reinforce safety as a core organisational value.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Rigorously monitor and evaluate adherence to Zero Harm protocols, identifying areas for improvement.
• Compile and present insightful reports on safety performance, program milestones, and areas for strategic enhancement.

Key Tasks, Activities, Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Reports to the Group EHS Manager and is well-versed in company values, policies, procedures and the Zero Harm Program.
• Coordinates and supports the roll-out and ongoing implementation of the Zero Harm Program across new and existing projects.
• Engages with Directors and Operational Management to review project performance, integrating Zero Harm metrics.
• Sets and implements targets for Zero Harm Performance in collaboration with Business Unit Managers and Directors.
• Manages Zero Harm reporting processes, ensuring comprehensive reviews and follow-up actions.
• Conducts internal program audits and periodic site inspections, recommending improvements, and documenting findings.
• Facilitates department and Business Unit report preparation and presentation.
• Coordinates and provides necessary training, ensuring alignment with Zero Harm objectives.
• Actively participates in Business Unit & EHS Meetings, ensuring effective communication of safety information.
• Oversees Supply Chain engagement in the program.
• Issues recommendations, commendations as appropriate.
• Establish a robust feedback mechanism from employees at all levels.

Competences / Behaviours:

• Results Orientation:
  • Proven ability to implement and manage safety programs; achieve and exceed targets and objectives.
• Relationship Building/Collaboration:
  • Exceptional skills in fostering relationships and promoting a safety-first mindset.
  • Collaborative mindset and effective in team building, promoting a united approach to safety.
  • Builds strong relationships with Operations and Safety Teams.
• Innovates and Improves Processes:
  • Proactively improves and evolves the Zero Harm Programme on an ongoing basis.
  • Creative in enhancing safety protocols and procedures.
• Attention to Detail:
  • Meticulous and transparent approach to compliance, communication, and reporting.
• Resilience and Positivism:
  • Maintains a positive outlook and resilience in challenging situations.
• Commercial Acumen:
  • Strong understanding of the impact of safety practices on business operations and success.

For more information on this Commercial Manager/ Lead Quantity Surveyor position or other Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead opportunities based in Ireland the UK or Europe contact the Talent Acquisition Team in Kirby Group confidentially on +353 (0)1 454 0411 or apply in confidence.