EHS Specialist

Hero Recruitment; Connacht; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Annual bonus

Job summary

Hero Recruitment is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to join a well-established MedTech manufacturer in Co. Mayo, Ireland. This permanent position covers the full spectrum of EHS responsibilities including regulatory compliance, waste management, and incident response. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of EHS experience, a relevant third-level qualification, and familiarity with ISO standards. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and an annual bonus in a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' EHS experience in manufacturing or a similarly regulated environment.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 4501 highly desirable.
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with national EHS regulations and corporate standards.
• Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste programmes.
• Conduct risk assessments and internal audits.

Skills

EHS Management

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Assessment

Strong Communication

Self-Motivated

Education

Third-level qualification in EHS or related discipline

Tools

ISO 14001

ISO 4501

Job description

EHS Specialist | MedTech | Co. Mayo

A well-established MedTech manufacturer in Co. Mayo is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to join their site team on a permanent basis. This is a broad, hands‑on role covering the full spectrum of EHS, from regulatory compliance and environmental management through to health & safety risk management and incident response.

The Role

Reporting into the site EHS function, the successful candidate will support the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS policies, procedures, and site programmes. Key areas of responsibility include:

• Ensuring compliance with national EHS regulations, corporate standards, and ISO-aligned management systems
• Managing hazardous and non-hazardous waste programmes, including vendor oversight
• Conducting risk assessments, GEMBA walks, internal audits, and EHS change management reviews
• Leading or supporting incident investigations with robust root‑cause analysis and CAPA implementation
• Coordinating the Emergency Response Team programme, including drills and readiness
• Maintaining and reporting EHS KPIs and supporting cross‑functional improvement projects

What They’re Looking For

• Third‑level qualification in EHS, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years' EHS experience in manufacturing or a similarly regulated environment
• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 4501 highly desirable
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Self‑motivated, able to manage competing priorities and work independently

What’s On Offer

• Permanent contract with a stable, secure employer
• Comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, company pension, and annual bonus
• Collaborative, dynamic working environment with access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities