Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Fixed Term Contract: 12 months
Tirlán Lough Egish
Tirlán
Tirlán is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands.
We own leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, mymilkman.ie, and GAIN Animal Nutrition.
Our talented team operates across Ireland, the US, MEA, and China, delivering over €3 billion in revenue and managing 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world while safeguarding the environment for future generations.
Role Profile
We have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Health & Safety Manager to join our team at Lough Egish, Co. Monaghan, on a fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Site Manager, the EH&S Manager will lead and deliver all EH&S activities on-site, fostering a best-in-class EH&S culture in collaboration with the site management team and employees. This is an on-site role and part of the site management team.
Responsibilities
1. Develop and implement the site EH&S Management strategy, ensuring alignment with the central Tirlán EH&S strategy and continuous improvement agenda.
2. Promote a culture of zero harm across the site, with a management-led approach focused on continuous improvement.
3. Manage the site EH&S risk assessment programme with the site management team to prioritize risk reduction initiatives.
4. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including maintaining the site's Industrial Emissions (IE) licence and GHG permit requirements.
5. Oversee the operation and performance of the on-site Wastewater Treatment Plant.
6. Develop, deploy, and manage the site EH&S training programme, ensuring statutory compliance and promoting safety culture.
7. Lead EH&S improvement, awareness, and engagement initiatives, acting as a role model for the site's values and behaviors.
8. Coordinate Occupational Health and Sustainability programmes.
9. Develop and monitor site EH&S KPIs, ensuring adherence to Tirlán reporting requirements.
10. Support the Production Manager to maximize EH&S KPIs aligned with production targets.
11. Represent the company in interactions with external agencies such as HSA, Monaghan County Council, insurers, etc.
12. Coordinate inspections and audits, driving compliance with external standards like ISO 14001 and Tirlán Risk Management Safety.
13. Lead investigations of accidents and incidents on-site.
Requirements
* Third-level qualification in Health & Safety, Food, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline.
* 3-5 years of experience in a Health and Safety role within the dairy, food, or pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, preferably in a management capacity.
* Experience operating wastewater treatment plants.
* Knowledge of EU ETS and GHG permitting is advantageous.
* Results-driven with high performance capability in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence and lead teams.
* Proven track record of continuous improvement in lean manufacturing settings.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
About us
Through research, development, customer insights, and state-of-the-art manufacturing, we provide innovative food and nutrition solutions globally. Our new headquarters in Kilkenny City serves as a collaborative hub in a hybrid work environment.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We value diversity and believe different perspectives drive innovation and growth. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability.
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