Job Title: EHS Process Safety Engineer/Specialist
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced EHS Process Safety Engineer/Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with the EHS Safety Manager and other technical managers/engineers to drive improvements in existing EHS management systems.
About the Role:
The EHS Process Safety Engineer/Specialist is responsible for carrying out activities and programmes to ensure compliance to ATEX, High Risk Work programs including local and Corporate EHS process safety requirements. This includes supporting the DGSA site requirements and ensuring compliance with the site's ISO 4500:1/ management including local and Corporate EHS management programmes.
Key Responsibilities:
* In conjunction with Process Safety Protocols, leading EHS assessment/ approval of all process and equipment changes for the operation.
* Providing EHS support to a dedicated site Operation to ensure compliance with Lower Tier SEVESO and ATEX requirements.
* Interpreting all regulatory changes and providing guidance and direction to Cork site operations to ensure full compliance with Health and Safety legislation, IE Licensing and ISO45001/ISO14001 Standard.
* Maintaining relationships with the EHS team, Operational Area Managers and Functional Managers to develop and implement EHS strategies.
* Serving as an EHS Business partner for core operations.
* Supporting digitisation program for EHS systems – High risk work, Chemical management etc.
* Working closely with Regulatory Authorities, external and internal key stakeholders, and the local management team.
* Seeking out opportunities to continuously improve a proactive EHS operating culture.
* Involvement in site and EHS Goals & Objectives, Corporate Responsibility/ Sustainability goals.
* H&S Management Systems - Leading Audits and Inspections, compile EHS metrics and KPIs data, trending for Corporate EHS and site Management.
About You:
* Degree/Diploma in Process Safety and a recognized Degree/Diploma in H&S or suitable engineering/science discipline.
* Experience in COMAH and chemical management systems including Air Quality management programs and/or ergonomic industry design principles (machinery/equipment etc.).
* 7 years' experience in an EHS position.
* Involvement in major infrastructural projects from contractor management - compliant operation.
* Strong experience in regulatory interactions on regulatory licensing applications and liaisons.
* Demonstrated project management, program management and multi-tasking ability in large industry.
* Specialist in H&S legislation and best practice in large scale industry.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent technical report writing skills.
* Ability to prioritise work and work independently on technical/regulatory requirements.
* Ability to work to meet scheduled timelines.
* Flexible and constructive approach to problem solving.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
What We Offer:
We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace.