EHS Advisor in Stockport

We have an exciting opportunity for an EHS Advisor to join Suir Engineering. This position is within our Energy, Renewables & Power sector and will support projects in the North of England, with occasional national cover if required.

Here in Suir Engineering we are a leading international provider of innovative Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Solutions. Our core sectors are Energy, Power and Renewables, Pharma, Food & Beverage, and Data Centres. We provide best in class contracting solutions with in‑house, flexible resources capable of delivering a personable and consistent service to our customers. Over the past 40 years we have delivered projects for Irish and multinational clients across the globe. We are currently expanding significantly and are delivering large‑scale projects across Ireland, the U.K, Germany, Denmark and Sweden.

We recognise that continued business success depends on our commitment to and development of our people. We are determined to create a diverse and equal workforce and to ensure our company appeals to the best and brightest people. We wish for all employees to realise their full potential and have the opportunity to grow and develop during their career with Suir. We are also working continuously to promote a culture of positive wellbeing through our wellbeing programmes and supports to employees and their families through our Employee Assistance Programme and the Lighthouse Club.

What you will be doing:

• Assist the EHS Manager in achieving Suir’s Critical Success Factor 1. “To ensure we are fully compliant in all Health, Safety & Workplace Legislation.”
• Work effectively with the Project Manager and Construction Team on the implementation of the Integrated Management System.
• Ensure the site is adequately set up with a Site‑Specific Construction EHS Plan.
• Become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in all of Suir’s High Risk Activities (HRAs) and ensure that they are identified and effectively controlled on site.
• Assist with the development of Risk Assessment & Method Statements.
• Assist with the development of SOPs and provide training and communication to site personnel.
• Become familiar with and promote the “Suir Way” and its interfaces with Health & Safety.
• Report and investigate incidents when they occur and ensure root causes are identified, mitigated and communicated.

Is this the job for me?

Suitable candidates must have a relevant Health and Safety Diploma / Degree and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an Environmental Health and Safety role. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to prioritise workload according to deadlines together with a high attention to detail. Ability to influence colleagues at all levels. Enjoy working as part of a high‑performing team. Experience within EP&R environments is desired but not a must.

In return from Suir Engineering:

• 23 days annual leave
• Company pension contributions – no waiting periods
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Private health insurance contribution
• Life and disability cover
• EAP for employees and their families
• Educational assistance, CPD, chartership supports and upskilling opportunities
• Opportunities for international assignments to work on one of our European projects in Sweden, Denmark or Germany.

Our way of working is called the Suir Way, designed to help us on a journey of continuous improvement. Our people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working. Our people have a voice and feel empowered. We have an in‑built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement. Value is delivered every step of the journey. Our efficient processes deliver value. We have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment and quality system within the business.

Suir Engineering are an equal opportunities employer, we value our greatest asset … our People.