About JJ Rhatigan Company
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 HS Advisor on a project, part of a site‑based HS 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 HS documentation (RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, Lift Plans), including third‑party submissions.
- Maintain accurate records and data using HS system software to ensure compliance with legislation, company procedures, and audit standards.
- Deliver site‑based safety briefings/toolbox talks and arrange external HS training as required.
- Participate in accident/incident investigations, providing recommendations to prevent recurrence.
- Support HS performance reviews of subcontractors and supply chain partners.
- Report and provide regular updates to the HS Manager and seek guidance and advises as necessary.
- Compile and submit HS statistics and reports to the HS Manager and HS Director.
Skills Experience Required
- Previous experience in a Health Safety role within UK construction.
- Strong working knowledge of UK HS 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 HS system software for reporting and compliance tracking.
- Professional HS 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.
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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