Sisk
Head of HSSQ - Maternity Cover
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Overview
Vision Built, a Sisk Company, is a leading offsite construction company delivering high-quality modular and panelised building solutions. Our team combines innovation with practical construction expertise to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Health, Safety, Sustainability & Quality (HSSQ) to lead and shape the strategic direction of HSSQ across Vision Built. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving integrated management systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and embedding a culture of excellence, safety, and sustainability across all operations.
Contract: minimum 12 months contract role
Responsibilities
General
- Act as the Vision Built Lead for Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality internally and externally.
- Lead on the development and implementation of the Vision Built HSSQ Strategy and budget, including Vision Built Sustainability Roadmap
- Lead on the development and implementation of the Vision Built Management system with the aim of developing a IMS that suits the size, scale and scope of operations.
- Integration of the following standards through the Management System across all functions and projects:
- ISO45001
- ISO9001
- ISO14001
- BOPAS
- EN1090
- NSAI Agrement 2D
- NSAI Agrement 3 D
- Provide Health, Safety, Sustainability and Quality advice and support to operations and manufacturing delivery teams and stakeholders.
- Act as Vision Built lead for engagement with regulatory bodies e.g. HSA, HSE
- Act as Vision Built lead for HSSQ within Sisk, working collaboratively and transparently with the OHSQ Director, Sustainability Director and other key roles to drive group standards and best practice
- Be aware of critical legislative changes and best practices to enable the provision of competent HSSQ advice to the site stakeholders.
- Implementation of Vision Built Incident reporting and investigation, including escalation and final close out and sharing of lessons learned
- Act as Vision Built lead for the management of potential claims
- Mentor, coach and where required members of the team
- Be aware of own limitations so that advice given remains within those limitations.
- Create a culture of learning through ongoing sharing of knowledge from Vision Built, Sisk and wider industry to drive continual improvement
Information Management
- Develop robust reporting processes with maximum utilisation of Core Sisk Systems including EcoOnline, Msite, Smartwaste, Cornerstone
- Accountability for the implementation of information management for project and function level information through use of Dalux and Sharepoint.
- Develop and implement processes for the inspection and testing of products and works at all stages of the design and built process including technical submittals, ITPs & ITRs, BCAR and Project Quality Sign off.
- Development and implementation of information management systems inline with ISO19650 and supporting country Annexes
- Lead on GDPR compliance for Vision Built, in line with Sisk Data Protection policies.
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Sustainability
- Develop and coordinate implementation of Vision Built Sustainability Roadmap across all functions.
- Lead on development and communication of external reports such as the Carbon Reduction Plan and Sustainability Plan
- Lead on Sustainability Reporting in line with Carbon Reduce Program/Achilles, CSRD and Sisk Group Reporting
- Coordinate LCAs for different product types via the BOM and modelling with Sisk ISS teams.
Governance, Assurance, Performance and Reporting
- Develop and implement assurance processes to monitor and measure performance of projects against the VB Management System
- Own and lead on the implementation of the VB Audit Plan
- Report on performance through monthly, quarterly and annual management reviews which drive annual strategic objectives
- Define and report on Vision Built KPIs
- Act as Vision Built key contact for auditing bodies e.g. NSAI, BOPAS, Achilles, CHAS, Constructionline etc
People, Training and Development
- Manage HSSQ function, including allocation of resourcing in line with business requirements, ensuring adequate cover for Health and Safety is provided
- Support the HR function to develop company wide/ jurisdictional specific Training Matrix inline with legal and industry requirements
- Develop capacity withing HSSQ function to develop and delivery inhouse training for VB and contractors
- Support Manufacturing lead in continued roll out of MMC Traineeship.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Provide main point of contact for enforcement agencies following their visits or investigations.
- Represent Vision Built on industry groups such as CIF and MMC Ireland
- Tracking products through manufacturing process to guarantee that each part of the process is correct.
Business Development/Work Winning
- Assist tender and prequalification teams where requested advising on HSSQ requirements and responses
- Lead on the maintenance of certifications that support ongoing work winning including compliance with Common Assessment Standard Scheme e.g. CHAS or Constructionline.
Experience
- At least 10 years as a Health and Safety, Sustainability, Quality or HSSQ professional within construction or manufacturing environment.
- Experience of developing and managing high performance teams across a matrix resource model
- Strong knowledge of the Irish Construction Regs and UK CDM regs, as well as general H&S legislation, Codes of Practice and recognised Standards
- Familiar with quality standards and processes to follow national and international regulations.
- Understanding of current and evolving sustainability reporting requirements
- Strong Interpersonal and engagement skills
- Strong IT skills in MS Office tools and OHS/Env reporting systems
- Demonstrable Leadership abilities.
- Decisive and influential skills across all levels.
- Able to communicate clearly, both orally & in writing.
- Ability to liaise with external stakeholders to mitigate risk to the business.
- Time management and organisation.
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Qualifications
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
- Quality experience and/or training
- Sustainability experience and/or training
- Grad IOSH or higher /equivalent
- Strong understanding and experience in Behavioural Based Safety, Occupational Health, BIM/Information
- Awareness of lifting operations: BS7121/ IS 361.
- Temp Works Awareness
- Lead Auditor & Ideally IEMA qualified.
- Incident Investigation Training
Additional Information
- Competitive salary
- 26 days annual leave
- Pension and benefits
- Unlimited learning and development opportunities
- Much more
Our People and Recruitment Commitment
At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.
All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.
By applying for this role, you acknowledge that Sensori Facilities Management Ltd and Vision Built Ltd are separate legal entities within the Sisk Group, and you consent to the sharing and processing of your personal data between these entities for recruitment and selection purposes, in accordance with the Group Privacy Notice.
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