We are looking for a skilled and knowledgeable EHS &amp; Facilities Officer to join our expanding team at our HVAC manufacturing and fabrication site in Newmarket, Co. Cork. This role involves creating and executing initiatives to maintain a safe, compliant work environment and ensuring the effective upkeep of our facilities. This position will work closely with our current EHS Advisor.
<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>
<ul>
<li>Design, implement, and sustain EHS programs that align with Irish and EU safety regulations.</li>
<li>Perform routine safety audits and inspections to identify and address potential risks.</li>
<li>Analyze safety incidents and follow up with corrective measures.</li>
<li>Create and present safety training programs for staff.</li>
<li>Oversee the facility&rsquo;s maintenance operations, including preventative care, repairs, and renovations.</li>
<li>Supervise janitorial services and general facility cleanliness.</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to environmental compliance standards and permits.</li>
<li>Develop a waste management system for the facility.</li>
<li>Manage budgets related to EHS and facility maintenance expenses.</li>
<li>Keep updated on current EHS and facility management best practices.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Required Qualifications</h3>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety &amp; Health, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).</li>
<li>At least five years of experience in an EHS and facility management role within a manufacturing setting.</li>
<li>NEBOSH National Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health; a NEBOSH Certificate in Process Safety Management is advantageous.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in creating and managing EHS programs.</li>
<li>Background in conducting safety audits and inspections.</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of Irish and EU EHS regulatory standards.</li>
<li>Experience with facility operations and maintenance management.</li>
<li>Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal abilities.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Proficiency in MS Office applications.</li>
</ul>

EHS & Facilities Officer

EH&amp;S Specialist - Projects
Provide EH&amp;S project support at the Cork site, acting as an SME and advisor to project teams on EHS legislation and company standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Conduct EHS Impact Assessments (IA) to ensure compliance with company standards and regulations.</li>
<li>Implement &lsquo;EH&amp;S by Design&rsquo; &amp; OneCSS in projects as needed.</li>
<li>Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, noise/ergonomics assessments, and project walkdowns.</li>
<li>Support IA action tracking and closure.</li>
<li>Perform periodic audits to ensure adherence to PTW, IED license, SOPs, and regulatory standards.</li>
<li>Lead/participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses.</li>
<li>Drive improvements in the site PTW process.</li>
<li>Compile and report on relevant KPIs.</li>
</ul>
KEY COMPETENCIES:
<ul>
<li>Strong communication and collaboration skills</li>
<li>Customer-focused and results-driven</li>
<li>Detail-oriented with solid problem-solving abilities</li>
<li>Adaptable, diplomatic, and able to handle confidential information</li>
<li>Willing to travel for business as needed</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Science, Engineering, or EHS with 5+ years&rsquo; EHS experience, preferably in Bio/Pharma.</li>
<li>Proficiency in ISO14001 and ISO45001 standards.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of EHS legal requirements and best practices.</li>
<li>Skilled in creating reports, tracking KPIs, and communicating findings to stakeholders.</li>
</ul>
DESIRED SKILLS:
<ul>
<li>Experience in machine safety</li>
<li>Effective presentation and training abilities</li>
<li>Flexible and able to manage multiple priorities</li>
</ul>
LEADERSHIP ATTRIBUTES:
<ul>
<li>Effective communicator and influencer with strong interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Proven ability to work in teams and build strong relationships</li>
<li>Skilled in explaining complex issues clearly</li>
<li>Committed to personal and professional growth and ethical standards</li>
</ul>
WORKING CONSIDERATIONS:
<ul>
<li>Comply with the company&rsquo;s Environmental, Health &amp; Safety Policy and site EHS Manual.</li>
</ul>
Our Vision:&nbsp;To be recognised as the best STEM Contracting &amp; Permanent Recruitment company and the Employer of Choice for top performing Recruiters.
For further information on this role please contact Hannah Doyle on 086 107 0950 Engineering@hero.ie
Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website &ndash; https://www.hero.ie/
Please Note: Under its obligation under the Data Protection legislation, HERO Recruitment will not forward your details to any company without your prior approval.
Data can only be transferred outside of the EEA on the basis of standards contractual clauses, to a country for whom an adequacy decision has been given by the European Commission or where the express permission of the data subject has been given. You have supplied us with your personal data in the process of applying for a position. Our client company may have personnel outside of the EEA who will review you data. We will apply the appropriate criteria in respect of the data transfer depending on the location of those personnel.
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EHS Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Senior Health &amp; Safety Specialist to join us in a full-time role and drive our commitment to workplace safety.
Role Overview
Provide expert guidance and proactive leadership in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) practices, ensuring our organization meets and exceeds safety standards and regulatory obligations.
Core Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Spearhead safety initiatives, including emergency preparedness, risk evaluation, and compliance with chemical safety standards.</li>
<li>Manage and maintain performance metrics, records, and documentation in alignment with ISO45001:2018 standards and relevant regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Serve as a liaison to external regulatory bodies, representing our organization with integrity and professionalism.</li>
<li>Ensure legal compliance through active involvement with local and national government health and safety bodies.</li>
<li>Track EHS performance indicators to gauge and improve the impact of health and safety measures.</li>
<li>Oversee chemical handling and hazardous waste management, ensuring compliance with regulations while optimizing efficiency and cost.</li>
<li>Collaborate with supervisors, management, and leadership teams to identify and mitigate key health and safety risks.</li>
<li>Support EHS training and facilitate internal committees to enhance safety practices across the organization.</li>
<li>Prepare and maintain required documentation, ensuring readiness for EHS inspections and audits.</li>
<li>Investigate and document incidents, injuries, health issues, and corrective actions as required.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications &amp; Experience
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's Degree (Level 8, 240 credits) in Occupational Health &amp; Safety or related field.</li>
<li>Minimum of 5 years of EHS experience, ideally within the medical device sector or a senior EHS position.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of health and safety legislation with the ability to translate regulatory information into practical business policies.</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with HSE management systems and regulatory compliance.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.</li>
<li>Proven track record of strategic thinking and adaptability in a dynamic environment.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success in implementing and managing high-performance programs and promoting a culture of safety.</li>
</ul>

Senior Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

Overview: The EH&amp;S Officer is responsible for enhancing and overseeing the Environment, Health, and Safety Management System within the organization. This role is dedicated to increasing employee awareness, adherence, and engagement with EH&amp;S initiatives to ensure a safe and compliant workplace. The officer will drive the development, application, and monitoring of policies and procedures that align with all relevant EHS regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Enforce and continuously monitor EHS policies and procedures to maintain regulatory compliance across the organization.</li>
<li>Conduct inspections of facilities to identify and mitigate potential hazards, analyze operational data, monitor environmental metrics, respond to safety inquiries, and implement corrective measures as needed to uphold safety standards.</li>
<li>Lead safety inductions for employees and new hires, covering safety protocols, legal requirements, and the organization's safety expectations.</li>
<li>Contribute to the ongoing development of the site&rsquo;s Safety Statement, including comprehensive Hazard Identification, Risk Assessments (for chemicals, machinery, facilities, and handling practices), and the Hazard Control Program. Support Preliminary Design Risk Assessments for the integration of newly designed machinery.</li>
<li>Perform routine EHS audits, ensuring thorough follow-up and timely resolution of corrective actions identified.</li>
<li>Facilitate the activities of the Health &amp; Safety Committee, Fire Wardens, First Aid teams, Risk Assessors, and Emergency Response Teams.</li>
<li>Investigate and document workplace incidents and accidents, providing detailed reports and analyses.</li>
<li>Foster a proactive and positive safety culture across the organization, encouraging widespread engagement in EH&amp;S initiatives.</li>
<li>Prepare and present regular EH&amp;S reports to management, outlining key insights, compliance status, and action plans.</li>
<li>Collaborate with engineering teams to identify potential manufacturing issues, advise on waste reduction strategies, address EHS policy deviations, and recommend improvements.</li>
<li>Build productive relationships with contractors across multiple trades and backgrounds to ensure EH&amp;S standards are maintained.</li>
<li>Partner closely with the facilities engineer to support project management for facility initiatives and assist in general facility-related tasks as needed.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications &amp; Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (Level 8) in Environmental Health &amp; Safety or a related field.</li>
<li>3-5 years of experience in an EHS role within a manufacturing environment is highly desirable.</li>
<li>Proficiency with digital document management systems is an advantage.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of Safety Regulations and Standards, and knowledge of plant maintenance schedules (preferred).</li>
<li>Skilled in Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, with the ability to assess potential risks and identify hazards.</li>
<li>Capability to educate and train employees on best safety practices and procedures.</li>
<li>Experience in planning and executing emergency response measures.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li>
</ul>

EHS Officer

Environmental Specialist
Location: Limerick
Duties:
<ul>
<li>Monitor the environmental program to ensure compliance with the IPC Licence.</li>
<li>Compile and submit all regulatory reporting requirements to the EPA within specified timeframes.</li>
<li>Act as the site&rsquo;s Environmental contact for the EPA.</li>
<li>Lead as the on-site environmental contact for all environmental audits (both internal &amp; external).</li>
<li>Report immediately to Senior EHS Manager/Director any environmental compliance incidents on site.</li>
<li>Lead and/or support investigations of any environmental incidents/noncompliance events on site.</li>
<li>Provide DGSA support to the site and act as the environmental lead for onsite DGSA audits.</li>
<li>Compile and submit all EPA reports.</li>
<li>Manage/coordinate all environmental monitoring/sampling on site, analyze and document all associated results.</li>
<li>Serve as the main point of contact for all on-site waste management issues.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain environmental documentation and deliver training programs to ensure compliance.</li>
<li>Implement ISO 14001: 2015.</li>
<li>Lead the Radiation Protection Program.</li>
<li>Monitor environmental regulations to ensure compliance readiness.</li>
</ul>
Essential:
<ul>
<li>Degree in Environmental Science/Engineering or equivalent.</li>
<li>Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in environmental, health, and safety programs.</li>
<li>2-3 years of relevant experience in an EPA-regulated facility and in a cGMP environment is desirable.</li>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of environmental regulations and compliance reporting.</li>
<li>Specific experience in hazardous waste management or other professional EHS training/certifications is a plus.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Additional Skills:
<ul>
<li>Strong oral presentation abilities and team collaboration.</li>
<li>Proficiency in organizing, communication, problem-solving, multitasking, and working with others.</li>
<li>Ability to organize work independently on a routine basis and provide updates/tracking on tasks.</li>
<li>Good communication skills, both verbal and written.</li>
</ul>
Our Vision:&nbsp;To be recognised as the best STEM Contracting &amp; Permanent Recruitment company and the Employer of Choice for top performing Recruiters.
For further information on this role please contact Hannah Doyle on 086 107 0950 Engineering@hero.ie
Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website &ndash; https://www.hero.ie/
Please Note: Under its obligation under the Data Protection legislation, HERO Recruitment will not forward your details to any company without your prior approval.
Data can only be transferred outside of the EEA on the basis of standards contractual clauses, to a country for whom an adequacy decision has been given by the European Commission or where the express permission of the data subject has been given. You have supplied us with your personal data in the process of applying for a position. Our client company may have personnel outside of the EEA who will review you data. We will apply the appropriate criteria in respect of the data transfer depending on the location of those personnel.
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Environmental Specialist

Occupational Health Nurse (Full Time On-Site)&nbsp; Location- Limerick&nbsp; Our client are a global healthcare leader whose new facility in Limerick will be the most technically advanced manufacturing site and will include next-generation manufacturing technologies.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Occupational Health Nurse to join the dedicated Health, Safety Environmental (HSE) Team and lead the establishment of a new occupational health department at the new manufacturing site.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in occupational health, this is the perfect time to join. In this role you will:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the occupational health programs and services that promote the health, safety and wellbeing of&nbsp; employees.</li>
<li>Be responsible for implementing and providing a comprehensive and proactive range of occupational health &amp; well-being services while overseeing and managing the administrative and operational activities of occupational health services.</li>
<li>Promote and provide best practice and deliver health care services to employees within an occupational health setting, to assist ill and injured employees to reach maximum health and productivity</li>
<li>Responsible for securing and developing all medical records, equipment, and programs related to occupational health services, and for setting up the department to achieve SEQOHS accreditation.</li>
</ul>
You will have: 
<ul>
<li>A recognised qualification in Occupational Health and Safety. (Will consider experienced and currently working towards an Occupational Health qualification).</li>
<li>Registered General Nurse with a valid NMBI registration.</li>
<li>Minimum of 3 years post registration OH experience and a minimum of one year within a manufacturing/pharmaceutical setting is desirable.</li>
<li>The OHN will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work in a busy OH setting. Have excellent report writing and IT skills.</li>
<li>Competency in audiometry, spirometry, vision screening, phlebotomy, VDU, ergonomics &amp; administration of vaccines</li>
</ul>
For further information on this role in please contact on Regina Carroll on 086 0100 903&nbsp; or jobs@hero.ie
Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website &ndash; <a href="https://www.hero.ie/">https://www.hero.ie/</a> 
Please Note: Under its obligation under the Data Protection legislation, HERO Recruitment will not forward your details to any company without your prior approval.
Data can only be transferred outside of the EEA on the basis of standards contractual clauses, to a country for whom an adequacy decision has been given by the European Commission or where the express permission of the data subject has been given. You have supplied us with your personal data in the process of applying for a position. Our client company may have personnel outside of the EEA who will review your data. We will apply the appropriate criteria in respect of the data transfer depending on the location of those personnel.
 
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