ainehargadon, Author at PJ Hegarty

Responsible Sourcing Supply Chain Workshop

Posted on August 26, 2024 by ainehargadon

As part of PJ Hegarty’s responsible sourcing of materials workstream, we completed Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) workshops. These workshops, an important part of our sustainability strategy, involved several key sub-contractors and vendors.

With 90% of PJ Hegarty’s carbon footprint attributed to purchased goods and services, the workshop was an important step in our mission to reduce our Scope 3 emissions.

The workshop was insightful, with our sustainability team sharing their ESG learning from the past years. Training and awareness on ESG and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) were completed. The team also communicated the support PJ Hegarty needs from our supply chain to assist us in achieving our ESG targets over the coming years. Key topics covered were:
• Climate Change: Carbon Footprint and Target Setting
• Products: Sourcing of Materials and EPDs
• Social: Human Rights and Social Responsibility

Men’s Shed Bug Hotel Initiative

Posted on August 14, 2024 by ainehargadon

As part of our ESG 2024 initiatives to support biodiversity and the local community, we partnered with Ballinora Men’s Shed to create bug hotels for our projects across the Southern Region. These bug hotels provide a safe resting place for insects during their travels, especially during winter, thereby supporting the pollination cycle and biodiversity.

We were delighted to donate to the Ballinora Men’s Shed, a community-based project where men come together to learn, share skills, and make long-lasting friendships.

Celebrating Pride Month

Posted on June 28, 2024July 10, 2024 by ainehargadon

To celebrate Pride Month, we hosted Pride-themed coffee mornings across our construction sites and offices to promote diversity and inclusion.

PJ Hegarty is steadfast in its commitment to building a more inclusive workplace for all our employees and creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. 🌈

Lighthouse Construction #MakeItVisible Campaign

Posted on June 26, 2024July 10, 2024 by ainehargadon

Last week at our Waterfront project in Dublin, we welcomed Dale and Ray from the Lighthouse Club as part of the #MakeitVisible campaign.

Dale and Ray delivered two impactful talks on our site. They shared personal stories about their mental health journeys and the importance of recognising and supporting others who may need help by referring them to the Lighthouse charity. Their stories shed light on the challenges people face within the industry and emphasised the vital support available through the charity for industry members and their families.

To learn more about the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity and the services they provide, visit their website www.lighthouseclub.org

The UV Index

Posted on June 19, 2024July 10, 2024 by ainehargadon

Our EHS and site team from West Pharma collaborated with the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) to deliver a strong message on sun protection for all outdoor workers and employers this summer. The HSA is urging employers and employees nationwide to take proactive measures to protect themselves from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Employees are encouraged to take personal responsibility for their sun safety by:

Wearing protective gear
Using sunscreen
Seeking shade
Staying hydrated

For further information and guidance, visit www.hsa.ie

Dublin Summer Party

Posted on June 18, 2024July 10, 2024 by ainehargadon

Our eastern region teams reunited in Dublin for our annual staff summer party.

The evening was filled with delicious food, drinks, and excellent company. Thank you to all the staff who attended and the social committee for organising another fantastic event!

Lighthouse Club Summer Lunch

Posted on June 17, 2024July 10, 2024 by ainehargadon

Our team had the pleasure of attending the Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity Summer Lunch on Friday in the Mansion House, Dublin. This prestigious annual event brings together over 400 industry professionals to support mental health initiatives.

PJ Hegarty is a proud supporter of the Lighthouse Club which provides emotional, physical and financial wellbeing support to the construction community and their families. We look forward to welcoming the MakeItVisible team to our Waterfront site this Friday.

Men’s Health Week 2024

Posted on June 14, 2024July 10, 2024 by ainehargadon

This week, for Men’s Health Week, we have been actively engaging our team to raise awareness about men’s health issues and promote healthier lifestyle choices. The overall aims of the week are to heighten awareness of preventable health problems for males of all ages, support men and boys in engaging in healthier lifestyle choices and encourage the early detection and treatment of health difficulties in males.

Here are some of the activities we conducted:

Rory’s Stories: We were delighted to have Rory’s Stories discuss mental health and share valuable insights with our team.
Know Your Numbers: To support the HSE and Men’s Health Forum 2024 initiative, we encouraged everyone to familiarise themselves with their vital health numbers.
Prevention is Better than Cure: We emphasised the importance of regular health check-ups.
Rethink What You Drink: Raising awareness about the impact of alcohol consumption and promoting healthier drinking habits.
Get Physical: Encouraging physical activity.
Food for Thought: Highlighting the importance of healthy eating.
Mind Fit: Focusing on mental health awareness.
Trash the Ash: Promoting quit smoking and its benefits.

Find out more information on Men’s Health Week here: https://www.mhfi.org/

Celebrating two Irish Construction Excellence (ICE) Awards!

Posted on June 7, 2024July 10, 2024 by ainehargadon

We were delighted to be awarded the Commercial – Over €20m for Spencer Place and BIM Excellence – Over €50m for ESB Project Fitzwilliam at the recent ICE Awards.

These awards are a testament to our team’s commitment and dedication to excellence in our field. Congratulations to all finalists and fellow award winners!