Graduate Program Associate - Environmental, Health & Safety

2070 Gilead Sciences Ireland UC; Cork; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilead Sciences Ireland UC is seeking a motivated EH&S Graduate to support a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. You will assist with safety, environmental compliance, risk management and EHS systems, gaining broad exposure to site operations and continuous improvement.

The role covers safety policy implementation, incident reporting, environmental monitoring, evidence-based KPI tracking, and training activities, with mentoring and structured development across strategic and

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail with a proactive learning mindset.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and ability to manage data accurately.
• Internship or placement experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, manufacturing or regulated industry.
• Basic knowledge of Irish safety and environmental legislation.
• Awareness of ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and GMP principles and EHS management systems.

Responsibilities

• Health & Safety: support implementation and continuous improvement of site EH&S policies, procedures and standards.
• Assist with workplace risk assessments, hazard identification and routine safety inspections.
• Participate in incident reporting, investigation and corrective action follow-up.
• Support contractor safety management, permit-to-work activities and emergency response exercises.
• Track and trend safety metrics including observations, near misses, incidents and action closure.
• Environmental Compliance: assist with monitoring programs, waste management and recycling initiatives.
• Maintain environmental permits, registers and compliance documentation; track KPIs such as energy, water, waste and emissions data.
• Regulatory & Management Systems: support ISO 14001/ISO 45001 activities and GMP documentation.
• Training & Safety Culture: assist with EHS induction training and safety campaigns.
• Development Opportunities: exposure to EHS digital systems, data analytics and KPI dashboards.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive learning

MS Office & data management

Pharma/regulated internship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, Biological Sciences or related scientific discipline

Job description

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

The EH&S Graduate will support the Environmental, Health & Safety team in maintaining a safe, compliant and sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The role provides broad exposure to occupational safety, environmental compliance, risk management, emergency preparedness, EHS systems and continuous improvement within a GMP-regulated manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety Support the implementation and continuous improvement of site EH&S policies, procedures and standards.

Assist with workplace risk assessments, hazard identification and routine safety inspections.

Participate in incident and near‑miss reporting, investigation and corrective action follow‑up.

Support contractor safety management, permit-to-work activities and emergency response exercises.

Track and trend safety metrics including observations, near misses, incidents and action closure.

Environmental Compliance

Assist with environmental monitoring programs, waste management activities and recycling initiatives.

Support the maintenance of environmental permits, registers and compliance documentation.

Help track environmental KPIs such as energy, water, waste and emissions data.

Contribute to sustainability, resource efficiency and carbon reduction projects.

Regulatory & Management Systems

Support compliance with Irish EHS legislation and relevant site standards.

Assist with ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System activities where applicable.

Support GMP-aligned documentation, change control inputs and audit readiness activities as required.

Maintain EHS records, databases and digital EHS management systems such as Cority or equivalent platforms.

Training & Safety Culture

Assist with EHS induction training for employees, contractors and visitors.

Support safety campaigns, toolbox talks and awareness events.

Participate in Safety Committee meetings and follow up on assigned actions.

Promote positive safety behaviors and employee engagement across operational areas.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

Desirable

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, Biological Sciences or a related scientific discipline.

Strong communication skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach to learning.

Competence in Microsoft Office and ability to manage data accurately.

Internship or placement experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, manufacturing or regulated industry.

Basic knowledge of Irish safety and environmental legislation.

Awareness of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, GMP principles and EHS management systems.

Core Skills and Competencies

Technical Risk assessment, hazard identification, incident investigation support, environmental monitoring, EHS documentation and KPI reporting.

Communication Ability to engage with colleagues, contractors and cross‑functional teams in a clear and professional manner.

Problem Solving Practical approach to investigating issues, identifying root causes and supporting corrective actions.

Organisation Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritise tasks and maintain accurate records.

Mindset Positive safety attitude, curiosity, integrity and commitment to continuous improvement.

Development Opportunities

• Occupational safety management and risk assessment methodologies.
• Process safety fundamentals and chemical safety awareness.
• Industrial hygiene and exposure monitoring programs.
• Emergency response planning and business continuity support.
• Environmental compliance, waste management and sustainability programs.
• ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and pharmaceutical GMP operating environments.
• Digital EHS systems, data analytics and KPI dashboard development.

Typical Graduate Projects

• Safety culture improvement initiative or behavioral safety campaign.
• Near‑miss and observation trending project with corrective action analysis.
• Waste reduction, recycling or sustainability improvement project.
• Ergonomic assessment program for operational or laboratory work areas.
• Contractor safety documentation review and improvement plan.
• EHS digital system support, including data quality and workflow optimisation.

This role is suited to a motivated graduate who wants to build a long-term career in Environmental, Health & Safety within a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will receive mentoring, structured development and hands‑on experience across both strategic and operational EHS activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual’s gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life‑threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.