AVAILABLE Dates
October 19, 2026
COURSE DELIVERY
Online
START TIME
9:30am
FINISH TIME
3:30pm

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Course Description

Learn how to manage subcontractors, agency workers, fixed-term employees, overseas workers and contingent labour while complying with Irish employment law.

Construction Workforce & Contingent Labour Compliance is a practical one-day training course designed for construction employers, HR professionals, project managers and compliance teams in Ireland. Learn how to manage subcontractors, agency workers, fixed-term employees and overseas workers while meeting Irish employment law requirements, reducing legal risk and protecting your organisation from costly compliance issues.

All attendees will receive a full course pack to refer to and will have the benefit of learning from a trainer with a wealth of experience in this area.

Topics

  • Current workforce trends in construction
  • Why contingent labour arrangements attract regulatory attention
  • Common compliance risks facing construction employers
  • Employee, worker and self-employed contractor distinctions
  • Key tests used by courts and regulators
  • Managing Contingent Labour Legally and Effectively
  • Subcontractors and independent contractors
  • Agency workers and temporary labour
  • Fixed-term and specified-purpose contracts
  • Documentation and contractual considerations
  • Managing workforce flexibility while maintaining compliance  
  • Employment Rights and Employer Obligations
  • Lessons from workplace disputes and enforcement actions
  • Best Practice Workforce Compliance Framework

Why Attend

By attending this course you will learn how to:

  • Reduce employment law risks in construction
  • Correctly classify employees, workers and self-employed contractors
  • Avoid costly contingent labour compliance mistakes
  • Understand recent Irish employment legislation
  • Improve contractor and agency worker management
  • Build a legally compliant workforce strategy

Who Should Attend

This course will be highly beneficial to all in the built environment including; managing directors, business owners, HR Managers, contracts managers, operations teams, commercial teams, project managers, site managers, construction directors, compliance specialists, payroll and finance personnel, workforce engagement teams, recruitment specialists and resourcing teams to name just a few.

Certification

On completion of this one-day training course, you will receive your Certificate of Attendance. Please note certificates are issued at the close of the training course to participants on completion of the course.

This course may qualify for CPD points. Please check directly with your association or awarding body to see how many points they will award.

Cost

An ‘Early Bird’ discounted rate of €545 is currently available. This training course normal rate is €645. Places are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis. PLEASE NOTE THE EARLY BIRD RATE CLOSES 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO COURSE DATE. The course cost includes all course documentation and Certificate of Attendance.

Commonly Asked Questions

What is contingent labour in the construction industry?

Contingent labour refers to workers who are not permanently employed by your organisation, including subcontractors, agency workers, self-employed contractors, consultants and fixed-term employees. Managing contingent labour correctly is essential for ensuring compliance with Irish employment law and reducing legal risk.

Who should attend this Construction Workforce & Contingent Labour Compliance course?

This course is designed for construction employers, HR professionals, project managers, contracts managers, commercial managers, directors and anyone responsible for recruiting, managing or engaging subcontractors, agency workers or temporary staff.

What employment law issues are covered?

The course covers key Irish employment law considerations relating to employment status, subcontractors, agency workers, fixed-term employees, overseas workers, contractor agreements, workforce compliance and reducing legal risk.

Why is workforce compliance important in construction?

Construction projects often rely on subcontractors and temporary workers. Incorrectly classifying workers or failing to meet legal obligations can lead to financial penalties, employment claims, tax issues and reputational damage. This course explains how to manage a flexible workforce while remaining compliant.

What will I learn on this course?

You'll learn how to classify workers correctly, manage subcontractors and agency workers, understand employment law obligations, reduce compliance risks and build a legally compliant workforce strategy for construction projects.

Is this course specific to Ireland?

Yes. The course focuses on Irish employment law and the practical compliance challenges faced by organisations operating in the Irish construction sector.

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