Senior EHS Specialist

Uniting Holding; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

APC Ltd in Dublin, Ireland, invites an experienced Senior EHS Specialist to lead and implement EHS systems across our pharma process research facility.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage audits, partner with Manufacturing, QA, and ESG teams, and ensure compliance with Irish and international regulations while advancing sustainability initiatives.

The role offers a negotiable salary and the opportunity to shape safety culture in a growing organisation committed to advancing medicine.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field; NEBOSH/IOSH certification preferred.
• 5+ years' EHS experience in pharma/biotech.
• Strong leadership, communication, and data analysis skills.
• Experience with EHS audits, incident investigations, and sustainability reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS programmes and risk management aligned with regulatory standards.
• Drive internal/external audits and track corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Technical, Manufacturing, and Project teams to embed EHS in operations.
• Support ESG data collection and sustainability reporting.

Skills

EHS management systems

Leadership & communication

Data analysis & compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in relevant field

NEBOSH/IOSH certification

Job description

Senior EHS Specialist

Advance your career while advancing medicine

About APC

APC Ltd is an award-winning and rapidly growing pharmaceutical process research company, with headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. In the space of 5 years, our science and technology driven solutions have pioneered innovation in the sector, and we now partner with 8 of the top-10 pharma and 5 of the top-10 biotech firms in the world.

From our world-class facility, our highly capable and qualified team delivers specialised chemical and process engineering solutions. Powered by novel technology and world-class scientific research, we help companies accelerate the development & launch of their medicines.

Our rapid growth has come from a commitment to excellence, a drive to innovate and the desire to develop a challenging, creative and rewarding environment for our team.

Role Purpose

Lead and implement EHS systems, drive continuous improvement, support sustainability, and foster a culture of accountability, safety, and professional growth across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Policy & Risk Management

• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of EHS programmes, policies, and procedures in alignment with corporate and regulatory standards.

• Support the Head of EHS & Sustainability in establishing EHS frameworks that integrate sustainability and ESG principles within operational delivery.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation and internal standards, maintaining readiness for regulatory and client audits.

• Conduct and review EHS risk assessments, ensuring preventive and corrective actions are implemented and communicated effectively.

• Support identification, control, and reduction of risks associated with workplace hazards and environmental impacts.

• Be accountable for maintaining accurate and current documentation, including EHS digital systems, registers, and records.

Audit Readiness & Continuous Improvement

• Lead internal EHS audits and inspections, ensuring findings are documented, communicated, and closed in a timely manner.

• Support external audit preparation and execution, ensuring full cooperation and compliance.

• Ensure EHS data and metrics are accurately maintained, analysed, and reported to drive improvement.

• Identify opportunities to enhance EHS systems, tools, and processes, and support their implementation.

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through proactive engagement and ownership of EHS performance outcomes.

• Support sustainability data collection and reporting to enable performance tracking and contribute to ESG objectives.

Collaboration & Engagement

• Collaborate with Technical, Manufacturing, Project Management, CMC, and other functional teams to integrate EHS considerations into daily operations and project planning.

• Partner with Supply Chain, FUME, and Site Experience teams to ensure EHS controls and systems are effectively implemented.

• Support the Chair of the Safety Steering Committee to align EHS initiatives, communications, and safety culture development.

• Engage with employees across all levels to promote ownership and understanding of EHS responsibilities.

• Lead by example, establishing open and professional communication channels to share learnings and promote collaboration.

• Support engagement initiatives that advance sustainability awareness, waste reduction, and environmental responsibility.

External responsibilities

• Represent the organization as a point of contact with external bodies such as:

• External vendors, auditors, and regulatory bodies (HSA, EPA, local authorities)

• EHS and ESG industry networks, certification bodies, and sustainability forums

EHS, Quality & Sustainability Compliance

• Be accountable for the operational delivery of EHS compliance, ensuring alignment with Environmental, Health, Safety and Welfare legislation, COP, and applicable standards.

• Lead incident investigations, ensuring effective root cause analysis, corrective actions, and communication of learnings.

• Support the Head of EHS & Sustainability in sustainability reporting, including data collation for energy, waste, and carbon metrics.

• Ensure effective implementation of training, emergency response, and EHS awareness programmes across the organisation.

• Monitor EHS KPIs and ensure accurate and timely reporting to support leadership decision-making.

• Maintain strong relationships with regulators and auditors, ensuring a transparent and proactive compliance culture.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field, NEBOSH/IOSH certified.

• Postgraduate EHS/Sustainability desirable, knowledge of Irish EHS laws.

Experience

• 5+ years’ EHS experience in pharma,

• Proven ability in leading compliance, audits, sustainability, and incident investigations.

• Strong team engagement across all levels.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong EHS management systems knowledge

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Skilled in data analysis and compliance

• Collaborative and adaptability across teams

Personal Characteristics

• Proactive, accountable, organised and prioritisation of task

• Adaptable, empathetic, and inclusive

• Committed to professional growth, continuous improvement innovation, and teamwork

• High integrity and professionalism, with a passion for safety, sustainability, and excellence.

If you believe you have the capability required and the interest in being part of this dynamic rapidly growing organisation, we would like to talk to you.

The closing date for applications is 31st July 2026

The salary is negotiable and dependent on the experience of the successful candidate.

APC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all employees. All employment decisions at APC are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regards to gender, ethnicity, age, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other status protected by Irish law.

Similar vacancies arising in the coming 6 months may be filled from this group of applicants.