EHS Officer
On behalf of my client based in Shannon the are looking for a EHS Officer to Join their established EHS Department. The EHS Officer will be a valued member of the EHS Global Team.
Major Activities
- Assist the EHS Manager and Site Management in the provision & maintenance of an EHS management system, including EcoOnline, Chemical Manager and Cardinus, which integrates with site operations and the wider EHS Management Systems.
- Foster a culture of continual improvement with EHS program implementation.
- Record and investigate unplanned events, in line with their potential severity, and recommend actions/controls to safeguard the safety and health of staff and improve the reliability of processes.
- Continuous support to Departments in the identification of hazards and implementation of appropriate controls based of the level of risk posed, as part of the site risk assessment program.
- Work in partnership with Human Resources and Occupational Health to deliver health surveillance, advise on Occupational ill-health, disability, reasonable adjustments, and physical and mental wellbeing provision for staff.
- To provide competent and timely advice within the boundaries of their own competence.
- To maintain and update relevant documentation including policies and procedures, etc.
- To perform internal audits & inspections.
- To assist with the preparation for, and participate in, external audits from HSA, EPA, ISO Certification bodies etc.
- Manage and track EHS Actions to completion.
- Maintain legal registers on the Red-on-Line platform.
- Support the on-site EHS Council and Wellbeing Team projects, contributing to the meetings and the committee structures of these groups through note taking and management of actions.
- To design and deliver relevant EHS training in collaboration with the wider EHS Team.
- Assist with the development and operation of the Site Permit to Work system for Maintenance and Contractor works.
- Ensure all environmental aspects of the site are maintained including waste segregation, inactivation of biological waste, and assess the potential for release of emissions to water or air from site activities.
- Maintenance of professional knowledge and competency through agreed CPD.
- Delegate for the EHS Manager as required.
Job Background
- Recognised EHS qualification/certification (Level 7/8 Degree or NEBOSH Certificate).
- Specific Qualifications / commensurate experience in assessing Chemical, Biological, Ergonomic, Engineering / Maintenance / Human Factors risks would be an advantage.
- Experience with ISO14001 and ISO45001 standards desirable.
- Experience working in the Pharmaceutical Industry is desirable but not essential.
- Maintenance and operation of EHS systems including EcoOnline, Cardinus and Red-on-Line.
Candidates must hold a valid work permit/visa or EU citizenship to be considered
To Apply:
If this job sounds ideal to you & you want to enquire in complete confidence or make an application, contact Darren Brown in Cpl Limerick on 087 405 3774 or email your details to [email protected]
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