This is a 11 month contract position

Purpose

A vacancy exists for a contract EHS Specialist at the at our clients facility in Meath, supporting the expansion of manufacturing and support facilities at this location.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Project EHS lead:
• Participate in project design reviews and HAZOPS for proposed new systems
• Ensure management of change processes are followed and serve as EHS reviewer for planning of activities impacting existing facility operation
• Co-ordinate project support from relevant SME’s such as Industrial Hygiene, Process Safety, Machinery Safety etc.
• Support the containment philosophy for the potent compound facility
• Serve as a site EHS representative during mechanical completion, commissioning and qualification activities, participate in project walk-downs and start-up activities for assigned systems:
• Ensure that installation is in conformance with local and national regulations, internal company standards, design intent and HAZOP recommendations
• Ensure that all necessary procedures, PPE, signage and training are complete and available for performing the necessary tasks during the specific start-up phase
• Serve as primary EHS reviewer for Pre-Start-up Safety and Environmental checklists completed during project start-up activities
• Serve as a leader in demonstrating and implementing a strong EHS culture across the project
• The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a proven track record to influence others, have strong knowledge of safety programs and be a convincing communicator with strong interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate is a self-directed, technically strong individual who can work in a multi-functionary team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related Safety or Environmental field of study
• +5 years of EHS, Engineering, or Operational experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, biochemical or process related industry
• Drive to engage others and have excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
• Ability to maintain focus on key project goals and priorities, but also analyse the detail to facilitate problem resolution and ensure project success
• Knowledge and experience working with EHS regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence both horizontally and vertically