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EHS Engineer

  • Division: Engineering
  • Contact Email: emma.barry@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 25524

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer to join our pharmaceutical client's team in Sligo on a permanent contract.

Responsibilities:

  • Drive and maintain high standards of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) performance across the site
  • Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement mindset throughout the organisation
  • Ensure full compliance with all applicable EHS legislation, regulations, and internal standards
  • Develop, implement, and maintain robust EHS systems, policies, and procedures
  • Oversee contractor safety management processes and track associated KPIs
  • Support site compliance with global EHS standards, ISO frameworks, and regulatory requirements
  • Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership to enhance EHS performance
  • Deliver and monitor EHS training programmes to ensure employee competency
  • Conduct risk assessments and support ongoing hazard identification and mitigation activities

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree (Level 8) in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
  • 3–5 years’ experience in an EHS role within a regulated manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment
  • Strong knowledge of EHS legislation, compliance frameworks, and management systems
  • Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards is advantageous
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proven ability to manage projects and influence cross-functional teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to work under pressure

For a confidential discussion about the role and the organisation, please contact Emma Barry today.

emma.barry@collinsmcnicholas.ie

091 70671

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