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Job Description
Seeking an experienced EHS and Compliance Manager to lead environmental, health, and safety activities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and promoting corporate social responsibility and employee well-being.
Osborne Executive Search is partnering with a leading industrial manufacturer to recruit an EHS and Compliance Manager for their Irish site. This critical role is responsible for managing EHS activities, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and leading initiatives that support corporate social responsibility and employee well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the company's appointed 'competent person' for EHS, driving a culture of safety excellence and zero harm in the workplace.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards, including ISO certifications (14001 and 45001), and promote continuous improvement in EHS practices.
- Oversee the preparation and communication of risk assessments, ensuring timely reviews and the closure of actions.
- Provide expert advice on compliance with legislative changes, liaise with regulatory bodies, and lead incident investigations.
- Conduct regular site visits, monitor EHS practices, and chair safety committee meetings.
- Maintain and update the Safety Statement and related risk assessments, ensuring appropriate safety equipment and training are in place for all employees.
- Lead EHS activities for operational upgrades, support the acquisition of new equipment, and drive digitalisation efforts within EHS responsibilities.
- Coordinate CSR initiatives and employee wellness programs, including mental health support, in alignment with the company's vision.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote sustainability, drive waste reduction, and foster a reduce, reuse, recycle ethos.
- Manage and maintain ISO 14001 and 45001 certifications, supporting ISO 9001 compliance.
- Coordinate annual audits and implement improvements where necessary.
- Ensure contractor compliance with EHS policies before commencing work on-site, managing safety documentation and permits.
Requirements:
- Formal EHS qualifications with a passion for staying updated on industry trends and legislation.
- 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or similar environment, ideally in ISO-certified organisations.
- Internal auditor certification for ISO 14001 and 45001 is required (9001 is desired).
- Additional certifications in manual handling, first aid, mental health first aid, and energy management are advantageous.
- Strong project management, problem-solving, and organisational skills, with proven experience driving results in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and lead change.
- Technical (engineering or trades) background is a plus.