About the Role
This position demands a leader who can foster a culture of safety, sustainability, and regulatory excellence.
* Provide oversight of EHS activities across the site, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and regulatory expectations.
* Lead the site EHS team and Utilities team, driving operational integration and cross-functional collaboration.
* Responsible for site utilities operations including wastewater treatment and reverse osmosis water.
* Champion COMAH stewardship, ensuring full compliance with Upper-Tier COMAH directives through robust management of change processes.
* Drive water efficiency initiatives, leading projects to achieve water reduction targets and embedding sustainable practices across operations.
* Implement and inspire a culture-based safety program, fostering personal accountability and proactive safety behaviors.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to embed EHS into business planning and operational decision-making.
* Liaise with Process Safety Engineer to build and maintain a robust Process Safety Management system.
* Partner with Occupational Health and HR on absence management, rehabilitation, health surveillance, and wellness programs.
* Work with Corporate Communications to develop external messaging strategies for impacted neighbors and the local community.
* Engage with external emergency services to coordinate and maintain the External Emergency Plan.
* Monitor, analyze, and report key EHS metrics, using data to drive continuous improvement and policy development.
* Evaluate and deliver health & safety training programs tailored to site needs.
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Requirements
We are looking for a professional with:
* Bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline.
* 5-8 years in a senior EHS leadership role desirable, including a minimum of 5 years in FMCG safety management and 3+ years working within a COMAH-regulated environment or holding a process safety qualification.
* In-depth knowledge of Irish health & safety legislation, COMAH directives, environmental regulatory frameworks, and proficiency in GEHSMS auditing standards.
* Utilities Operations: Desirable experience in utilities unit operations, including wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), reverse osmosis water systems, and purified water processes.
* Leadership: Proven track record of leading high-performing teams and cultivating a strong safety culture.
* Adept at building cross-functional partnerships and leveraging networks to drive strategic alignment and operational excellence.