Summary: An EHS Specialist is required for a biopharmaceutical company in Carlow.
The incumbent will provide technical guidance to the organisation to ensure compliance with legal requirements related to EHS as well as the companys corporate standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines related to EHS and industry best practices.
The ideal candidate will also ensure in conjunction with the EHS team that all health and safety regulatory requirements on the site are upheld to the highest standard.
Responsibilities: Develop and implement comprehensive EHS programs to ensure compliance with local legislation, standards, and industry best practices, covering areas such as risk assessments, contractor management, incident investigation, emergency response, chemical and waste management, water and air management, ergonomics, bio risk, equipment and machine safety, industrial hygiene, and high-risk work (e.g., hot work, confined space entry, work at height).
Assist operational departments in achieving and establishing compliance.
Demonstrate leadership and a strong desire to protect employees, our community, and the environment in this world-class facility leading with a safety first mindset.
Prepare reports to site, divisional and/or corporate management and regulatory agencies.
Evaluate all EHS applicable requirements for any new projects and processes (along with other site departments where necessary) as well as changes in the existing processes and installation.
Qualifications & Experience: Technical Bachelor Degree in Environmental Health & Safety or Technical Bachelors Degree (Science/Engineering).
Post-grad EHS qualification would be a plus.
Ideally 3+ years EHS experience in Pharmaceutical, or other highly regulated industries.
Experience in supporting multiple activities/projects.
Technically strong with an understanding of a variety of EHS topics.
Skills: Environmental Health & Safety EHS qualification Technically strong Carlow