EHS Specialist

Role Title: EHS Specialist – ISO14001:2015, Industrial Hygiene & Data Management

? Location: Galway, Ireland (onsite, 5 days per week)
? Contract: Long-term

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to support the design, implementation, and maintenance of Environmental Health & Safety programs within a regulated manufacturing environment. This role will focus on ISO14001:2015 implementation, industrial hygiene, and EHS data management, while acting as a key advisor to site teams on EHS-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and sustain ISO14001:2015 standards in partnership with external vendors.

• Act as SME for Industrial Hygiene, overseeing risk assessments and monitoring programs.

• Manage chemical safety processes, including new chemical introductions, SDS database accuracy, and maintaining the site chemical register.

• Lead and support emergency response planning and related training programs.

• Oversee contractor management and permit-to-work processes.

• Provide regular reporting on EHS performance metrics, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.

• Chair and lead EHS meetings, driving compliance and continuous improvement.

• Deliver training in areas such as chemical awareness, manual handling, contractor safety, and permit-to-work systems.

• Conduct walkdowns, audits, and program reviews to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.

• Support investigations, CAPA close-outs, and proactive EHS initiatives.

• Assist in the preparation, review, and rollout of EHS procedures, documentation, and risk assessments.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Relevant third-level qualification in Science, Engineering, or EHS.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in EHS within MedTech, Pharma, or a related regulated industry.

• Strong knowledge of ISO14001 and ISO45001 standards.

• Demonstrated ability to lead industrial hygiene programs.

• Proficiency with EHS software systems and strong MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, dashboards).

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage across all levels of an organisation.

Desirable:

• Lead auditor qualification in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 45001.

• Manual Handling Instructor certification.

• Six Sigma experience.

Key Competencies

• Strong communicator and influencer with excellent interpersonal skills.

• Proven ability to deliver compliance-driven results in a fast-paced environment.

• Innovative, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

• Flexible, adaptable, and customer-focused.

? This position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EHS professional to take a leading role in driving safety culture and compliance in a dynamic manufacturing setting.