HSE Director

CBRE; Dublin; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global real estate services firm in Dublin is seeking a Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Director. The role involves leading safety initiatives across Europe, managing HSE teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction and strong leadership skills. This position provides an opportunity to foster a proactive safety culture and drive excellence in safety performance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction experience (heavy industrial, infrastructure, refining, or manufacturing preferred).
• Strong understanding of regional construction HSE regulations.
• Proven ability to implement and manage an HSE Management System.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor regional HSE teams.
• Drive a strong safety culture through visible leadership and proactive initiatives.
• Manage and integrate the HSE Management System, ensuring compliance and risk management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Proficient in MS Office

Education

University degree in Occupational Safety or related field

Occupational Safety & Health certification

Tools

HSE software

MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)

Job description

Health and Safety Regional Lead & Business Partner

CBRE and Turner & Townsend are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Director to lead and champion our commitment to safety excellence across Europe. This critical role requires a well-seasoned leader with a proven track record of success working within a complex matrix organisation, influencing multiple stakeholders, and navigating the diverse regulatory landscapes and cultural nuances of various European countries. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of HSE best practices and a passion for creating a proactive and thriving safety culture.

Role objective

Working closely with Senior Management, Global Health & Safety, regional HR teams and country local H&S coordinators, provide Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) leadership within the region around our people & offices and commercial delivery of programs & projects (guardrails, compliance and the mitigation/control of risk). This role leads a health & safety team and is the key position within the region in supporting thebusiness to drive a culture of HSE technical excellence and performance to protect people, assets and brand.

Education & Experience

Required:

• University degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience.
• Occupational Safety & Health certification (e.g., NEBOSH, BCSP).
• 7+ years of construction experience (heavy industrial, infrastructure, refining, or manufacturing preferred).
• Strong understanding of regional construction HSE regulations.
• Proven ability to implement and manage an HSE Management System.
• Experience with auditing principles and practices.

Preferred:

• Auditor training/qualifications (ISO 9001, 14001, or 45001).
• Project Management Certification (e.g., PMI).
• Experience with HSE on principal/PMC projects.

Skills & Abilities

• Proven ability to deliver results in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to prioritize in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in English (additional languages may be needed).
• Technical Competencies
• Experience with HSE software.
• Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

• Lead and mentor regional HSE teams.
• Drive a strong safety culture through visible leadership and proactive initiatives.
• Develop and implement regional strategies aligned with global HSE goals.
• Manage and integrate the HSE Management System, ensuring compliance and risk management.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and develop regional audit plans.

Management

• Advise management on HSE matters, performance, and trends.
• Support sales and business development activities.
• Manage incident reporting, investigation, and improvement processes.

Technical

• Implement and manage HSE programs to reduce risk.
• Collaborate with project teams on risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Lead investigations for serious incidents.
• Communicate compliance findings and ensure corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver HSE training.
• Create and analyze HSE metrics and reports.

Administrative

• Maintain compliance and legal registers.
• Manage HSE records and databases.
• Coordinate insurance claims and Return-to-Work programs.
• Support wellbeing initiatives and external consultants.

Disclaimer

Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)