EHS Officer

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Dublin North/Meath
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Energy
  • Industry

    Engineering
  • Pay

    €60,000 to €68,000

EHS officer required for Irish-owned agri crop protection company based in north Dublin.

Your new company

Our client is a family-owned Irish company who have been dedicated to the supply of crop protection products for over 30 years. Although their main focus is glyphosate, they also specialise in a growing range of herbicides and fungicides for the broad-acre market. The client focusses on understanding and fulfilling the needs of customers on a local and European level using the highest quality standards and dedicated service.

Your new role
As an Environmental Health and Safety Officer, you will work as a team member in regulatory and corporate requirements and maintenance of the EHS management system.
Key Duties and Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
  • Strong focus on strengthening site environmental management program and implementing innovative environmental support systems
    in line with ISO14001.
  • Manage Industrial Emissions License (IEL) and complete and/or co-ordinate monitoring and report programs as per IEL- noise, water, air, soil, nuisance smells key areas of focus.
  • Develop, implement and revise EHS Standard Operational Procedures.
  • Inspect and evaluate the environment, equipment, and processes in working areas to ensure compliance with government environmental regulations, guidelines, and industry standards.
  • Complete and Communicate Risk Assessments (chemical agent risk assessments, ergonomics, general task based, environmental assessments).
  • Managing contractors, ensuring safe working systems. Understand, review, and approve external Contractor RAMs, Safety Statements and Training Records.
  • Develop, maintain, and audit permits for work systems.
  • Assist in developing the safety management system in line with ISO45001.
  • Develop and deliver Audits on EHS Site Compliance.
  • Continuous development in keeping up to date with new legislation and implementing changes as required.
  • Develop and Coordinate Occupational Health programs.
  • Work closely with Production, Manufacturing and Laboratory Teams integrating new and existing environmental and safety behavioural standards and safety initiatives in line with LEAN practices.
What you'll need to succeed
  • Level 8 Degree/Higher Diploma in Occupational Safety Health and Welfare and/or equivalent discipline.
  • Minimum 4 years’ experience in a specific environmental role.
  • Minimum 4 years’ experience in Health and Safety.
  • Knowledge and experience are essential in IPPC license /IEL and strong knowledge in EPA regulations and guidelines.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in Managing Projects
  • Excellent Computer Skills
  • Excellent Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)
What you'll get in return
  • Competitive salary: €60,000 - €68,000 (DOE)
  • Company pension
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick leave
  • Continuous professional development within all areas of environmental health and safety as part of an Upper Tier Seveso and IEL site.
  • Training and development within areas such as Environmental, Safety , Health, COMAH, Behavioural Based Safety, Lean, Leadership Skills.
  • Flexible working options
  • Onsite parking
  • Company events

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