Senior EHS Specialist
Join a leading multinational Medical Device company based in Cork. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced EHS professional to develop their career in a dynamic and innovative environment. Candidates should bring at least 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, manufacturing, or chemical/biological safety.
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Role Overview
* Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 39-hour week, early finish at 1pm on Fridays
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure EHS readiness for new projects and initiatives
* Conduct EHS design reviews of equipment and facilities
* Lead and manage own projects ie Chemical manufacturing, waste management
* Manage and coordinate the company's safety training needs analysis
* Lead the development and implementation of risk management programmes
* Create, review, and update Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Develop and deliver health promotion programmes across the business
* Maintain compliance with EHS regulations, ISO45001, ISO14001, ISO50001, and global EHS standards
* Advise and support safety representatives and committees
* Review and approve site safety permits
* Oversee chemical management and industrial hygiene (IH) programmes
* Participate in safety walks and internal audits
* Manage chemical inventory and support waste management initiatives
* Partner with cross-functional teams to promote strong EHS culture and behaviours
Skills & Qualifications
* Degree/qualification in Health & Safety with a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in manufacturing (ideally medical device or pharmaceutical)
* Experience in Chemical and Biological Safety (advantageous)
* Proven ability to drive behavioural safety change
* Strong communication and influencing skills across all organisational levels
* Excellent IT proficiency