Your future job: The Environmental, Health & Safety Manager will have total responsibility for all EH+S matters relating to Unilin sites in Ireland. Reporting to the Factory Manager, this role is fully based on-site and involves maintaining and developing Unilin’s in house safety system as well as leading a team to ensure compliance to Unilin’s EPA licence and ISO14001 management systems. The manager will provide EH&S support and advice to management and employees, actively promote a culture of EH+S, and eliminate loss in the areas of injury, illness, and material damage.
Key Attributes
Bachelor’s degree in health & safety or a related field desirable
4+ years EHS experience within a manufacturing setting desirable
Practical focus on H&S Basics and behavioral base approach
Knowledge of Safety and Environmental Management Systems essential
Knowledge of COMAH and ATEX process desirable
Experience dealing with HSA, EPA and IPPC license
Must be able to manage and motivate a team responsible for site EH&S systems
Have good organizational and administrative skills
Must have good communicational skills, be self‑motivated with an ability to multi‑task
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Actively participate in the daily morning meeting to update the management team on H&S issues
Responsible for implementing and supporting the H&S Management system on Unilin sites in Ireland
Proactive in developing site Zero Harm capabilities
Develop, implement and update health and safety policies & procedures
Ensure H&S legislation compliance
Conduct on‑site risk assessments and review current risk assessments
Carry out induction training for new employees and employees returning to work following a prolonged absence; maintain a comprehensive training record on each employee
Conduct accident investigations and implement timely corrective actions
Educate and coach managers and employees on improving safety and performance of their teams
Develop, implement and update health and safety policies & procedures with Zero‑Harm Manager
Design, plan, conduct and/or coordinate appropriate health and safety training programs (e.g., manual handling, first aid, etc.)
Maintain Fire Safety Register
Update the company Safety Statement when required
Chair site safety committees
Maintain database regarding chemicals & PPE
Manage and coach direct report H&S Coordinator
Environmental monitoring and reporting
Preparation of all environmental reports for the EA and local authorities; liaison with government bodies on an ongoing basis
Managing waste movements in and out of facility and ensuring waste movements are in compliance with government regulations
Liaison with operations on a daily basis to ensure site compliance
Site assessments, internal auditing, keeping daily/weekly records
Undertake any other tasks appropriate to the position, as requested by management
Undertake flexible working hours as may be required to meet business needs
What can you expect?
Unilin is a fast‑growing, profitable and bustling group that is active internationally. Innovation is our driving force. Investing in people, technology and sustainable entrepreneurship is characteristic of our culture. In exchange for your expertise, creativity and dynamism, Unilin offers an attractive salary supplemented with fringe benefits, career opportunities, challenges abroad and a wide range of training options.
Who are we?
Unilin Group is an international reference in interior design and construction industry solutions with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. With our floors, panels, insulation materials and technologies we are present in the homes and workplaces of millions of people and in public spaces across the globe. Our brands Quick-Step, Pergo and Moduleo probably ring a bell. Every day, some 8,300 employees around the world dig deep to push boundaries and innovate. Want to learn more about us? Then be sure to check out our website.
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