EHS Engineer

Guerbet; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Guerbet in Dublin is seeking an experienced EHS Engineer to develop, implement, and maintain the site's Process Safety Management programme, ensuring safe operation of pharma API processes and compliance with Seveso III, COMAH, ATEX and corporate standards.

You will work with the EHS Manager and Corporate EHS, lead hazard analyses, support site risk assessments, training, audits, and maintain ISO 45001/14001 systems, driving continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a Process Safety role, preferably in manufacturing
• Formal qualification in Process Safety and/or related engineering discipline
• Primary Degree in Science or Engineering or equivalent
• Desirable: experience on COMAH, IPPC/IED licences and GMP manufacturing
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the site's Process Safety Management (PSM) system.
• Lead process hazard analyses including What-If, PHA, LOPA, and PSSR.
• Support regulatory inspections, audits and risk-based performance indicators.
• Maintain Major Accident Prevention Policy (MAPP) and Safety Management System (SMS).
• Deliver process safety training and support MOC/changes with risk assessment impact.
• Contribute to EHS environmental and safety management under ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.

Skills

Analytical skills

Engineering skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication/writing

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Influencing skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Primary degree in Science or Engineering

Formal qualification in Process Safety

Job description

We are looking for an experienced EHS Engineer who will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the site's Process Safety Management (PSM) programme to ensure safe operation of pharmaceutical API manufacturing processes and compliance with Seveso III, COMAH, ATEX, and corporate process safety requirements.

The role provides expertise in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management systems as per ISO 45001 and will also providesupport in Environmental Management Systems as per ISO 14001

The successful candidate will work closely with the EHS Manager and the Corporate EHS function.

YOUR ROLE

Process Safety

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the site's Process Safety Management (PSM) system.
• Develop and deliver process safety awareness training programme
• Support compliance with Seveso III Directive, COMAH Regulations, ATEX requirements, and corporate standards.
• Maintain the site's Major Accident Prevention Policy (MAPP) and Safety Management System (SMS).
• Monitor legal compliance and establish effective policies and procedures.
• Support preparation, review and periodic update of the Site Safety Report.
• Establish and monitor process safety performance indicators (leading and lagging KPIs).
• Support regulatory inspections, audits, and compliance assessment.
• Facilitate and lead process hazard assessments including:
• What-If Reviews
• Process Hazard Analyses (PHA)
• Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
• Design and Pre-Start-Up Safety Reviews (PSSR)
• Human Factors Assessment
• Identify major accident scenarios and recommend risk reduction measures.
• Maintain risk registers and ensure timely closure of actions arising from risk assessments.
• Promote the application of Inherently Safer Design principles.
• Participate in and approve management of change in continuous improvement in MOC effectiveness. Assess process safety impacts pre and post change with process modifications, equipment changes, new products, automation and control system modifications.
• Maintain and support safety critical elements programme. Support inspections, testing and maintenance strategies for safety critical systems.
• Lead and support incident investigations, RCAs and CAPAs.
• Support development and maintenance of site emergency response plan and training programmes.
• Develop and conduct process safety audits and inspections.
• Benchmark site performance against industry best practice.

Environmental Health and Safety

• Develop, promote and maintain a strong, pro-active health & safety culture on site.
• Develop, implement and ensure compliance with site EHS management system programs including: contractor control, hazardous work and permit to work Program, chemical safety program, PPE, Electrical safety and Fire safety Programs, etc.
• Maintain effective training programs and deliver training on EHS matter on site.
• Assisting in ensuring EHS action tracking and management across all functions of the organisation.
• Coordinate and lead task, area and equipment related health and safety risk assessments.
• Support the development and maintenance of a comprehensive EHS management system (according to ISO 45001 and ISO 14001).
• Ensure EHS incident investigations and corrective actions are tracked to closure.
• Assist with other EHS related tasks such as updating of documentation in a GMP environment, assist with Regulatory Agency inspections and communications.
• Ensure that EHS roles and responsibilities are complied with, addressing the requirements of the site’s Health & Safety Management System.
• Support Security management system.
• Support and coordinate Environmental reporting as required under Industrial Emissions Licence.
• Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time based on company needs.

YOUR BACKGROUND

• Primary Degree in Science or Engineering e.g. Chemical / Mechanical Engineering / Environmental and / or Health and Safety or equivalent
• Formal qualification in Process Safety and/or
• 3-5 years’ experience working in a Process Safety role, preferably within a manufacturing environment or 5+ years in an EHS role in a Pharma / Manufacturing Environment
• Previous experience of a COMAH site, IPPC/IED Licence and GMP Manufacturing is desirable.
• Highly organised and capable of working on own initiative.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and interact across all levels within the organisation.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and engineering skills.
• Good influential skills.
• Excellent report compiling and writing skills.
• Mindset of continuous improvement

Reason to join US

Much more than a Competitive salary,

We offer continued personal development. When you join Guerbet, you :

• Are choosing a global leader with recognized expertise in diagnostic and interventional imaging,
• Are joining our 2820 collaborators who are committed every day to offering innovative solutions to improve quality of patient’s life all over the world,
• Are joining a company where we value diversity of talents coming from various horizon.

We # Innovate # Cooperate # Care #Achieve at Guerbet.

Guerbet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an organization, we believe that no individual should be discriminated against because of their differences, which includes the following: age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Guerbet is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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