EHS Engineer

Harmonics Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety Engineer to join a leading client based in Shannon.

Job Title Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

Team Quality EHS Reporting To Quality EHS Manager

Location Shannon, Co. Clare

Availability Immediate

Contract Type Permanent

Responsibility

• As the EHS Engineer, you will be responsible for providing a high level of guidance to the business and:
• Integrate EHS requirements into projects, facility upgrades and process changes.
• Implement EHS management programs and provide support for other programs. Responsible for maintaining the Environmental, Health & Safety Management System (ISO 45001, ISO 14001) and Energy Management System (ISO 50001) requirements. Carry out internal audits and liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities.
• EHS monitoring, waste management and energy management.
• Lead accident, incident and Dangerous occurrence investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure risk assessments are completed and ensure continual improvement in relation to occupational health and safety.
• Ensure compliance with all EHS legal and other requirements (i.e. statutory inspections etc

Person Specification

• Bachelor's degree in a Science/ Engineering discipline with specific training in Environmental, Health and Safety is required.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a multinational environment. Experience in manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
• Highly motivated – ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team, willing to take ownership of work.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience managing Integrated Management System in compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• Excellent communication skills / Team player with hands on approach to resolving issues.
• Be methodical, logical, efficient and highly organised.

Job Description

• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international EHS regulations
• Maintain permits, licenses, and required documentation.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.
• Performing and maintaining the internal EHS auditing program.
• Coordinate and investigate EHS accident, incidents and dangerous occurrence.
• Maintain a comprehensive and proactive risk register.
• Ensure that EHS Monitoring programs are defined and complete as scheduled and records maintained.
• Monitor emissions, waste disposal, water usage, and pollution control systems.
• Develop and implement environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure control of chemicals on site.
• Promote a safety-first culture across the organization

Benefits:
Health Insurance, pension