Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Fastnet; Limerick; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fastnet seeks an EHS Lead in Limerick to oversee construction-site safety at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site. The role ensures compliance with site procedures and applicable legislation while coordinating with project teams and contractors.

The candidate should hold an Occupational Health & Safety qualification (PSCS/PSDP preferred), possess current First Aid certification, and demonstrate strong communication skills to lead safety efforts on site.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• PSCS/PSDP qualification is a must.
• Current First Aid certification.
• Experience supporting construction or engineering projects, ideally within pharmaceutical or industrial environments.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to lead on-site safety matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide EHS support across construction activities.
• Monitor contractor activities and ensure compliance with site safety procedures.
• Conduct routine site inspections and safety observations.
• Promote a strong safety culture and intervene where unsafe acts or conditions are identified.
• Ensure permits, risk assessments and method statements are followed.
• Liaise with project teams, contractors and client representatives to maintain safe project delivery.

Skills

Construction safety experience

Strong communication skills

Independent decision-making

Education

Occupational Health & Safety qualification

PSCS/PSDP qualification

First Aid certification

Job description

EHS Lead

Limerick

Role Overview

This is an opportunity to support EHS construction activities at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Limerick. The successful candidate will provide EHS oversight across construction activities, ensuring all works are carried out safely and in compliance with site procedures and relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide EHS support
• Monitor contractor activities and ensure compliance with site safety procedures.
• Conduct routine site inspections and safety observations.
• Promote a strong safety culture and intervene where unsafe acts or conditions are identified.
• Ensure permits, risk assessments and method statements are followed.
• Liaise with project teams, contractors and client representatives to maintain safe project delivery.

Knowledge & Experience

• Qualification in Occupational Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• PSCS/PSDP qualification is a must.
• Current First Aid certification.
• Experience supporting construction or engineering projects, ideally within pharmaceutical or industrial environments.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to lead on-site safety matters.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.