EHS Engineer

Real; Ireland; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Real is seeking an EHS Engineer to support Environmental, Health & Safety activities within a manufacturing environment in Sligo. This on-site role requires a solid engineering foundation and problem-solving skills.

You will work with engineering, operations, maintenance and project teams, participate in risk assessments, support investigations, and help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The position is a 12-month contract based on-site five days a week.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience in manufacturing or similarly regulated environments is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Environmental, Health & Safety programmes across the site.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance and project teams to maintain safety and compliance.
• Assist with risk assessments, hazard identifications and safety reviews.
• Support investigations into incidents, near misses and non-conformances with root-cause analysis.
• Assist EHS compliance activities to meet company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for safety and environmental performance.
• Support EHS inspections, audits and monitoring activities.
• Review engineering changes to ensure EHS considerations are included.
• Assist in developing and delivering EHS training and awareness programmes.
• Maintain EHS documentation and records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

EHS Engineer

Location: Sligo, Ireland (100% On-Site)

Contract Type: 12-Month Contract

Position Summary

We are seeking an EHS Engineer to support Environmental, Health & Safety activities within a manufacturing environment in Sligo. This role is ideally suited to candidates with a strong engineering background, particularly in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering, who are looking to develop or expand their experience within EHS.

While previous EHS experience would be advantageous, it is not essential. The key requirement is a solid engineering foundation combined with strong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a regulated manufacturing environment.

This is a fully site-based position, requiring attendance on-site five days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of Environmental, Health & Safety programmes across the site.
• Partner with engineering, operations, maintenance, and project teams to promote a safe and compliant working environment.
• Participate in risk assessments, hazard identification, and safety reviews for equipment, processes, and projects.
• Support investigations into incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, helping to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Assist with EHS compliance activities to ensure adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, environmental performance, and operational excellence.
• Support EHS inspections, audits, and monitoring activities.
• Review engineering changes and projects to ensure EHS considerations are incorporated into design and implementation.
• Assist in developing and delivering EHS training and awareness programmes.
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation, procedures, and records.

Essential Requirements

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Strong engineering experience gained within manufacturing, pharmaceutical, medical device, chemical processing, or a similarly regulated industry.
• Excellent technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Self‑motivated with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Available to work on-site in Sligo five days per week.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) experience.
• Knowledge of EHS regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Experience supporting capital projects, process improvements, or engineering changes.
• Experience within pharmaceutical, medical device, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.

Key Competencies

• Engineering Excellence
• Technical Problem Solving
• Risk Assessment
• Continuous Improvement
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Communication Skills
• Compliance Mindset
• Project Support
• Team Collaboration