EHS Specialist
This key role reports to the Head of Engineering and Sustainability on a site where €40bn of trade passes through annually and contributes significantly to Ireland's economy, and supports the overall impact on trade, biodiversity, culture, and local communities.
Role Overview
* Provide EHS compliance and support across Engineering Services (Maintenance & Services).
* Ensure safety, health, and environmental standards are met across critical assets (quay walls, oil/gas infrastructure, firefighting systems, ramps, vessels, utilities, etc.).
* Promote a strong safety culture and support emergency preparedness.
Key Responsibilities
EHS Support & Compliance
* Implement and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and systems.
* Lead by example, fostering a positive safety culture.
* Keep Legal Register updated and aligned with legislation.
* Monitor health & safety objectives via the EHS Plan.
* Support Engineering Services with risk assessments, SOPs, and safe work systems.
* Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; ensure corrective actions.
* Act as EHS System Super User, managing system administration and training.
* Ensure safety equipment is maintained and staff trained.
* Provide cover for Oil Zone Managers when required.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Drive safety culture and support initiative.
* Liaise with regulators, state agencies, and third-party operators.
Contractor Management
* Ensure contractors work safely and compliantly.
* Review contractor documentation and works.
* Support procurement processes with EHS criteria.
* Manage Permit to Work procedures safety activities, especially during shutdowns.
Training
* Identify and manage training needs for Engineering Services staff.
* Schedule training, maintain records, and update training matrix.
* Deliver site inductions for new starters.
Qualifications & Skills
Essential:
* Degree/Post Grad in Health & Safety, Science, Engineering, or equivalent trade certification.
* 5+ years' EHS experience in industrial environments.
* Knowledge of EU & national H&S legislation.
* Strong computer skills and fluent English.
* Full Irish driver's licence.
Nice to have:
* Formal H&S qualification.
* Emergency management training (oil/gas preferred).
* Knowledge of ISO 45001/14001 systems.
* Contractor management & permit to work experience.
* Oil & Gas/Maritime industry background.
* Experience with HAZOP/HAZAN processes.
Competencies
* Core competencies are:
Integrity, effective communication, accountability, collaboration.
* Technical:
Risk management, safety & emergency response, industry knowledge.
Work life and Benefits:
* Flexible working possible at times, and the role is on site. A very competitive benefits package is available and there is a strong culture of team support.
* Please get in touch to discuss in more detail.