Environmental Health and Safety Manager (Specified Purpose – Maternity Cover)
Job Purpose
The primary purpose of the Manager EHS is to lead the EHS function. This will be completed by providing an effective and efficient service in the execution of all duties and projects associated with the maintenance of Health & Safety, Environmental, Security and Sustainability Management systems, practices, and procedures along with the promotion and training of same.
Key responsibilities will include
§ Further developing a site safety culture of respect and integrity with a focus on communication, awareness and best practices and behaviour.
§ Providing the means for working towards zero lost time accidents and adherence to all environmental, safety and health legislation.
§ Increasing the safety awareness of all staff through promotion and training and working with departmental managers
§ Monitoring site EHS performance
§ Maintaining the site security programme
§ Contributing to the management of the company sustainability programme
§ Risk Assessment Conduction and Review
§ Site/Process Inspections
§ Administration and co-ordination of the Occupational Monitoring Programme for the site
§ Audits – Internal and External
§ Back-up supervision for Contractors
§ Development and provision of site training.
§ PPE selection
§ SOP reviews and updates
§ Update of EHS Management Database
§ Review of Legal Database
§ Filing of EHS documentation
§ Carrying out of training and development of training programs
§ Site-Wide Communications/Promotion
§ Management of the EHS Committee (or similar forum) and related projects
§ Participation company continuous improvement projects
§ Assisting in the preparation of Regulatory and Business Audits
§ Supervision of EHS sub-ordinates and placement programmes
The successful candidate will have
§ Minimum of 3-5 years of practical experience in environmental, health, and safety management, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
§ strong understanding of Irish environmental, health, and safety regulations, standards, and industry practices.
§ Experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and implementing control measures to mitigate health and safety risks.
§ Experience leading environmental compliance programs, including waste management, water quality, and hazardous materials handling is highly desirable.
§ Previous experience in people management or supervisory roles, with demonstrated leadership capabilities is desirable.
For more information and full job spec please contact Clodagh D’Arcy on 01 9476356 or email details to [email protected]
