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Job Description
Senior EHS Manager sought for pharmaceutical manufacturer in Galway, Ireland, to develop and implement comprehensive EHS programs ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.
The role involves planning, developing, and implementing robust EHS programs to ensure continuous compliance with local legislation, standards, and industry best practices. Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing comprehensive EHS strategies and prioritized tactical plans to address key EHS risks for the business.
- Managing the internal EHS audit and walkabout program to identify practical and workable solutions to deficiencies raised.
- Managing the EHS curriculum for the site to ensure all employees have the necessary information, instruction, and training to conduct their roles in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
- Providing sound technical advice on all EHS matters and leading the investigation process for EHS incidents.
- Influencing and engaging at all levels to drive the EHS agenda forward, improving cultural maturity and promoting EHS Leadership Excellence.
- Managing the site risk assessment program to identify and assess EHS hazards for all activities and tasks conducted on site.
- Delivering value for the business through planning and monitoring of EHS budgets for both operational and capital expenditure.
- Managing the collection, reporting, and diagnosis of EHS data to identify trends and areas for focused improvement.
- Liaising with EHS regulatory agencies and identifying and managing all EHS legal requirements to ensure compliance.
- Managing the EHS element of the site change control program, evaluating EHS requirements for new projects and processes.
About the ideal candidate:
- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in EHS related discipline with at least 3 years managing EHS in a production environment, ideally in the pharma cGMP environment.
- Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Strong logical and clear thinking individual with the maturity and professionalism to deal with senior colleagues.
- Proven track record operating as a Senior EHS Manager in a pharmaceutical/chemical/food manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance procedures, publications, and ability to interpret relevant legislation.
- Ability to read and interpret complex business and/or technical documents, write comprehensive reports, and communicate with groups of people.