Our client, a fast-growing food manufacturing company in the midlands is seeking an EHS Specialist to assist management of the Health and Safety Program within the company. Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager, The EHS Specialist will ensure compliance and best practices across all business areas.
Job Responsibilities:
Facilitate and coordinate environmental/safety meetings and activities monthly
Maintain and administer the company safety manuals, standards, procedures, and other related H&S documents and training documentation.
Deliver and complete statutory notifications to the HSA for all accident/incident reporting.
Report to the business monthly on H&S KPIs.
Ensure records of statutory inspections are kept for all activities and plant equipment.
Maintain appropriate records and analysis data on accidents, reports, etc. to ensure that accurate information is available at all time.
Carry out regular site safety audits, risk assessments and document the findings for management, and implement necessary corrective actions.
Management of accident, incident, and near-miss investigations and ensuring remedial actions are put in place.
Facilitate the implementation, monitoring, and review of the H&S policies and implementation of new company safety procedures, as required.
Assist in developing delivery and maintenance of in-house safety training programs, including manual handling, fire/evacuation training.
Delivering H&S induction programs for new employees/contractors.
Support system audit and inspection requirements of EHS Management Systems.
Monitor Occupational and Environmental Health & Safety Legislation and developments to keep the business up to date.
Job Requirements:
Previous Experience within a EHS Specialist role within a Manufacturing Environment.
Diploma/BSc/MSc in Environment Health, and Safety Discipline
Ability to carry out effective investigations, audits, and inspections and compile reports and recommendations as appropriate.
Strong Communication and Written Skills.
Positive, energetic, and focused, with good organisational ability.
If you would like more information on this role you can contact Paul Dunican
paul.dunican@collinsmcnicholas.ie
(090) 641 7022