EHS Manager

CREGG; Leinster; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing located in Leinster, Ireland, is seeking an EHS Specialist to develop, implement, and maintain health and safety policies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health, & Safety and possess strong training and interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, managing safety programs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment is essential. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar position within the manufacturing industry, preferably chemical.
• Experience with Engineering Projects and New Product Introduction (NPI) Projects.
• Enjoy working in fast-paced, innovative environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain EHS policies and programs.
• Conduct surveys and audits to minimize risks.
• Manage contractor safety programs.

Skills

Training skills

Interpersonal communication

Decision-making ability

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health, & Safety

QQI Level 6 Train the Trainer

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for development, implementation, communication and maintenance of EHS Policies, Programmes and SOPs to ensure the organization is complaint with health and safety legislation, HSA (Health & Safety Authority), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Corporate Standards; to reduce and prevent hazards, environmental impacts and injuries.
• Development, tracking and reporting of site EHS goals and key metrics to prevent undesired events and incidents.
• Develop systems to ensure all employees/contractors comply with all relevant legal safety requirements.
• Identify training needs, organize and co-ordinate training courses and prepare training material where appropriate.
• Identify unsafe acts, conditions, and hazards, investigate root causes, and identify corrective and preventative actions and report to management.
• Liaise with on-site contractors to ensure their compliance with company safety regulations and adherence to safety standards
• Conduct survey and audits required to identify and minimize risks to company and employees.
• Assist with the preparation of emergency/contingency plans, review and update emergency procedures and training with key staff. Including organizing and leading Emergency Response Teams and facilitate Emergency Response Plan (ERP) drills as required.
• Perform risk assessments in conjunction with colleagues and employees to reduce risk and prevent incidents.
• Review planning and installation/modifications of plant equipment/projects to ensure in compliance with current legislated and corporate requirements.
• Manage contractor safety program and supervise non-routine work.
• Maintain and ensure site security program is compliant with all regulations as well as State, Federal and local requirements for first responders
• Participate in all Corporate EHS committees and activities, complete all site Corporate EHS reporting.
• Oversee a permitting system that includes documents Job Safety Analysis (JSA) along with ensuring routine tsks have been assessed for risk.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health, & Safety or related field. (Desirable but not essential)
• Strong training skills. Preferably holding QQI Level 6 Train the Trainer or equivalent.
• 2+ experience in a similar position within the manufacturing industry. Preferably in the chemical manufacturing industry.
• Experience with work on Engineering Projects and New Product Introduction (NPI) Projects.
• Strong Microsoft Office knowledge, especially the use of Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, innovative environment, both independently and as part of a team
• Sound judgement and decision-making ability.