Senior EHS Manager
Location: Limerick, Ireland

Position Overview This Senior EHS Manager role offers an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) function at a premier manufacturing site in Limerick. The successful candidate will drive the EHS strategy, manage ISO systems, and ensure compliance with industrial emissions licences, aligning processes with business needs. As a vital member of the Site Leadership Team, this role reports directly to the Site Lead, with a dotted line to external EHS leaders across the global network.

Key Responsibilities

• EHS Management System: Oversees the maintenance and continuous improvement of the EHS management system, ensuring full compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• ISO Standards Implementation: Leads the implementation and upkeep of ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System and ISO 45001:2018 Safety Management System.
• Compliance and Monitoring: Manages the waste management programme, environmental monitoring, and compliance with industrial emissions licences.
• Radiation Safety: Leads the radiation safety programme, ensuring stringent adherence to safety protocols.
• Training and Audits: Administers the EHS compliance training programme and conducts regular inspections and audits to assess system effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Reporting and Metrics: Prepares detailed EHS reports and metrics for both internal and external stakeholders, highlighting key performance indicators.
• Emergency Response: Leads the Emergency Response Programme, ensuring comprehensive preparedness for all potential emergency scenarios.
• Incident Management: Oversees incident investigation processes, working closely with the occupational health team to reduce work-related incidents and ensuring compliance with OSHA and HSA standards.
• Risk Assessment: Evaluates the EHS impact of proposed changes in plant, processes, and equipment, implementing actions to maintain compliance and control risks.
• Legislative Compliance: Keeps abreast of evolving EHS legislation, ensuring site compliance with current and future regulatory requirements.
• Project Leadership: Leads and supports EHS projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and aligning site priorities with global EHS strategy.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Promotes a culture of safety and environmental accountability, working with site leadership and Global EHS to drive performance improvements.
• Budget Management: Manages the EHS budget effectively, driving cost efficiencies across EHS services and equipment providers.

Key Qualifications

• Educational Background: Holds a third-level qualification (minimum NFQ Level 8) in EHS, Engineering, or a Science discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Industry Experience: Demonstrates a successful track record as an EHS Manager within a large Medical Device or related manufacturing environment.
• Professional Development: Engages in ongoing professional development in EHS, with relevant professional body qualifications or accreditations.
• Experience and Leadership: Possesses 6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including 3+ years of direct supervisory responsibilities.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Extensive experience in implementing and maintaining EHS management systems, interpreting regulatory requirements, and engaging with EHS regulators such as HSA, EPA, and local councils.
• Project Management: Proven ability to lead cross-functional project teams, manage stakeholders, and influence at all levels within the organisation.
• Decision Making and Collaboration: An autonomous decision-maker, the go-to person for team members, who works collaboratively to achieve goals and drive continuous improvement. Why Limerick? Nestled in the heart of Ireland's stunning Midwest, County Limerick offers a vibrant community with an exceptional quality of life, blending rich cultural heritage with modern amenities and breathtaking landscapes.

For more information on this Senior EHS Manager role in Limerick, please contact Caroline Kingston at +353 868395531 or email caroline@hero.ie . Explore all open positions on our HERO Recruitment website – https://www.hero.ie 

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