Tag: Wellbeing

World Menopause Day: Understanding the impact

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On Friday, October 17th, we were joined by Loretta Dignam, Founder & CEO of The Menopause Hub and a Forbes 50 Over 50 Global leader, for an insightful webinar.

Loretta broke down why menopause matters, what it really is, and how its symptoms can impact both personal and professional life. She shared practical management and treatment options, highlighting the crucial role workplaces play in supporting individuals going through menopause.

At PJ Hegarty, we value all our employees and place our core values, Safety, Sustainability, Inclusivity, Relationships, and Forward Thinking, at the heart of everything we do. This webinar reflects these values, reinforcing the importance of menopause awareness for health, safety, and performance. It also provided clear, practical steps to help us create a more inclusive and supportive workplace for everyone.

Thank you to Loretta for leading such a meaningful conversation, and to our Employee Resource Group, Empowering Women in Construction, for supporting and leading this initiative.

Eastern Region Celebrates 100 years of PJ Hegarty

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We gathered at the Guinness Storehouse on September 4th to celebrate 100 years of PJ Hegarty with the people who make it all possible, our incredible staff.

A heartfelt thank you to every member of our team for your tireless efforts and dedication over the years. We couldn’t do it without you.

On the night, the staff at the Guinness Storehouse looked after us with their incredible hospitality. We listened to Natalia on the saxophone, which set a fantastic tone for the night. This was followed by live music from Sunset Boulevard that kept the energy high into the early hours. Jamie Skelton also showcased his impressive magic skills, winning over even the biggest skeptics!

Here’s to continuing our journey for the next 100 years.

100 Years of PJ Hegarty: Southern Region Celebrations

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On August 29th, our Southern Region team came together at the Maryborough Hotel, Douglas, Cork, to celebrate PJ Hegarty’s 100 years in business.

We rolled out the orange carpet for a fantastic evening filled with laughter, trips down memory lane, and appreciation for the incredible people who make our success possible. A big thank you to all our colleagues who joined us in making this special night so enjoyable.

Here’s to 100 years, and to the people who make it all happen.

Small Changes, Big Difference: Building a Healthier Workplace Together

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Our EHS department is proud to launch this year’s Health and Wellbeing campaign, Small Changes, Big Difference.

The campaign is about making small manageable healthy changes to our everyday routine, which can make a big difference to our overall health and wellbeing.

Over the coming year, the campaign will promote small practical tips each month, to help make lasting changes while supporting one another along the way. Whether it’s getting more active, eating better, checking in on your mental health, every small change adds up.

PJ Hegarty take part in Darkness into Light 2025

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On the morning of Friday May 9th, our project staff from city-centre sites participated in Pieta’s Darkness into Light Walk. They walked through the heart of Dublin City Centre during sunrise to raise awareness for suicide prevention and mental health awareness. By participating in this event, we hope to help break mental health stigma and encourage those struggling to seek help and support.

Starting from our Ronan Group Real Estate Waterfront South Central project, the walk journeyed past our ongoing Treasury project and our completed IPUT Real Estate Dublin Tropical Fruit Warehouse and Sales Force Tower building. Finishing up at the docks, where they gathered to witness the sun rise over the River Liffey. Symbolising the journey that is taken coming out of a time of struggle in mental health. Darkness into light brings much-needed attention to mental health, we are proud to continuously support such an important cause.

If you can donate to this cause, you can do so here: https://www.pieta.ie/support-our-work/donate/

 

 

Supporting Ronald McDonald Cooking for Families

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Once again, we were delighted to take part in Ronald McDonald (RMHC) Cooking for families. A team of seven from PJ Hegarty stepped into the kitchen to prepare a homemade meal for the families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at Crumlin Children’s Hospital.

RMHC is a local charity that provides support and care for the families of children that are ill. The house provides a place to stay and call home during what can be a incredibly difficult time. To sign up to the Cooking for Families programme or to donate go to: www.rmhc.ie

December Safety Focus

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This week, we launched our December Safety Focus Campaign. As we get closer to the festive season, let’s stay focused on what truly matters: returning home safe from work each day. The shorter days and the hustle and bustle of this month can lead to fatigue, making it even more crucial to keep safety at the forefront of our minds and ensure an incident and injury-free workplace. Our December Safety Focus Campaign highlights essential safety messages that focus on making the right choices for your safety at work, on the road, at home, and for your health and wellbeing.

Throughout the month, to give back to our communities, we’re fundraising for RMHC Ireland across all our sites and offices, which has supported 500 families of sick children since 2004.

We wish everyone in the construction industry a safe countdown to Christmas. We thank our dedicated teams and supply chain partners for consistently making safety your number one focus throughout the year.

Construction Safety Campaign Roundup

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As a proud Gold Sponsor of this year’s CIF Ireland Construction Safety Campaign, we’ve spent the month advancing safety across our sites through events, guest speakers, training, initiatives, and competitions.

Thanks to everyone who got involved and our EHS team for organising the calendar of events. The feedback, positive uptake, and engagement from our staff, supply chain and clients has been impressive!

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Hand Safety Talk

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This week, we’ve continued to spotlight critical risk awareness with one of our focused topics being hand safety – an essential part of our daily routines.

Our Project Manager, Gary, shared a powerful story with the team. Back in 2011, while working on a fishing trawler, he suffered a serious hand injury. His story isn’t just about physical recovery but sheds light on the mental and financial toll an injury can take on you and your loved ones.

Our hands are constantly in use, from gripping a tool to typing on a keyboard or using a phone. Let’s make sure we’re always protecting them by:
✅ Using the right equipment
✅ Following proper safety procedures
✅ Keeping hands out of the “line of fire”

All Ireland Occupational Health & Safety Awards 2024

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We were proud to maintain two accolades at the 33rd Annual National Irish Safety Organisation (NISO) Occupation Health & Safety Awards:

  • Higher Distinction Award
  • Consistent High Achiever Award

The awards underscore our unwavering commitment to health and safety and reflect the collective efforts of our team and partners. Our staff take immense pride in promoting and fostering a positive safety culture, and these awards are a recognition of our EHS team’s hard work and continuous dedication to safety excellence.

Thank you to our site management teams, staff and supply chain partners for their unwavering commitment to safety.