Production / Manufacturing

Job Title: Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager (Ireland)

Job Summary: 

As the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations and standards for our Irish sites in Sligo and Letterkenny. Your role will involve developing and implementing policies, programs, and training to promote a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.
The EHS Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in EHS performance and mitigate risks.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with all relevant Irish environmental, health, and safety legislation, regulations, and standards.
  
• Policy and Program Development: Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with Irish legal requirements.
  
• Risk Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments and inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend measures for their prevention and control.
  
• Training and Education: Provide EHS training and guidance to employees, contractors, and visitors to enhance awareness and compliance with regulations and best practices.
  
• Incident Management: Lead and participate in investigations of incidents, accidents, and near-misses to identify root causes, develop corrective actions, and prevent recurrences.
  
• Emergency Preparedness: Develop and maintain emergency response plans, conduct drills, and ensure appropriate measures are in place to respond effectively to emergencies.
  
• Regulatory Reporting: Prepare and submit required environmental reports to regulatory authorities as per Irish legislation.
  
• Audits and Inspections: Coordinate and participate in EHS audits and inspections to ensure adherence to legal requirements and identify areas for improvement.
  
• Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement in EHS performance by analyzing data, identifying trends, and implementing corrective actions.
  
• Vendor Management: Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure compliance with EHS requirements and standards.
  
• Stakeholder Engagement: Foster effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, to promote EHS excellence.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
  
• Professional certifications in EHS management (e.g., NEBOSH, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor) preferred.
  
• Solid understanding of Irish environmental, health, and safety legislation and regulations.
  
• Proven experience as an EHS Manager or similar role, preferably in Ireland.
  
• Strong knowledge of EHS management systems, risk assessment methodologies, and emergency response planning.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement effective solutions.
  
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.

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