About JJ Rhatigan & Company
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JJ Rhatigan is a leading main contractor with over 70 years’ experience delivering high-quality, sustainable construction projects across Ireland and the UK.
As a family-founded business, we have built a reputation for excellence in health & safety, quality of finish and overall project delivery. Our portfolio spans residential, commercial, education, healthcare and mixed-use developments, combining technical expertise with a collaborative and integrity-led approach.
Our UK business continues to grow, supported by a strong pipeline of work and long-standing client relationships.
The Role
As a Health & Safety Advisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our UK projects meet and exceed statutory Health & Safety requirements. You’ll provide guidance and support to site teams, monitor compliance, and promote a positive safety culture across all operations. This role may involve working as the sole H&S Advisor on a project, part of a site-based H&S team, or across multiple smaller projects.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Support project teams in understanding and fulfilling their Health & Safety duties and responsibilities.
Ensure compliance with all applicable UK Health & Safety legislation, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, CDM Regulations 2015, and RIDDOR 2013.
Monitor site activities to confirm adherence to safety requirements and control measures.
Carry out Health & Safety inspections/audits and work with responsible parties to ensure timely close-out of actions.
Assist in preparing and reviewing project H&S documentation (RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, Lift Plans), including third-party submissions.
Maintain accurate records and data using H&S system software to ensure compliance with legislation, company procedures, and audit standards.
Deliver site-based safety briefings/toolbox talks and arrange external H&S training as required.
Participate in accident/incident investigations, providing recommendations to prevent recurrence.
Support H&S performance reviews of subcontractors and supply chain partners.
Report and provide regular updates to the H&S Manager and seek guidance and advises as necessary.
Compile and submit H&S statistics and reports to the H&S Manager and H&S Director.
Skills & Experience Required
Previous experience in a Health & Safety role within UK construction.
Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation and its practical application on construction sites.
Experience in site inspections, compliance checks, and risk assessments.
Confident in delivering safety briefings and toolbox talks.
Familiarity with H&S system software for reporting and compliance tracking.
Professional H&S qualification (NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent) and relevant industry experience.
What JJ Rhatigan Can Offer You
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
The chance to work on high-profile projects with real community impact.
A collaborative, forward-thinking work environment. xwzovoh
If you’re passionate about Health & Safety and want to make a meaningful impact on projects that shape communities, we’d love to hear from you.
JJ Rhatigan & Company is an equal opportunities employer.
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