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Job title: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Reports to: Quality & EH&S Director

Location: Dublin Airport

Overview of the role

Ensure the Company is fully compliant with Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) regulations. Develop policies and procedures, conduct audits, report writing, deliver training, liaise with internal and external stakeholders and external authorities. This is an opportunity for someone with EH&S experience and qualifications to grow and develop knowledge of the aviation industry.

The main duties and responsibilities include.

H&S General

• Implementing and updating Health & Safety plans and procedures for the group as required.
• Update and maintain Health and Safety procedures and a comprehensive Safety Statement for the Group in compliance with Regulatory requirement.
• Carrying out risk assessments and considering how risks could be reduced.
• Conduct H&S Investigations.
• Advising Managers on Health & Safety initiatives relevant to their department.
• Keeping up to date with new legislation and maintaining a working knowledge of all Health and Safety Authority (HSA) legislation and any developments that affect the industry.
• Improve the health and safety culture, through training and awareness.

Environmental General

• Managing all aspects of company's compliance in line with statutory regulations.
• Monitoring all current and emerging EHS regulations and developing strategies/programs to ensure compliance.
• Developing and maintaining the company's EHS management systems and internal policies & procedures in accordance with standards such as ISO14001.
• Optimise and develop programs to reduce environmental, health and safety risks.
• Developing an in depth understanding of technical processes and methods used throughout company operations.
• Maintaining knowledge of the waste industry best practice and other standards in health and safety domains.
• Build an in-depth understanding of EHS operational practices and implement new systems and processes in an accurate, timely and efficient way.
• Evaluation of processes, systems and equipment for EHS impacts.
• Developing with site management, measures including, risk assessments and health & safety plans to assure personnel safety on site.
• Liaising with external authorities such as EPA, HAS, Local Authorities on EHS related matters and site visits, audits, accident investigations etc.
• Represent the Company during outside Agency Audits/Inspections.
• Any other relevant and reasonable duties associate with the role.

Education, knowledge and experience

• Qualification in Safety, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of previous experience in a similar position.
• Good working knowledge and experience of Irish environmental, health and safety regulations/legislation.
• Experience with Environmental Management ISO 14001.

Competencies

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Quality/EH&S systems.
• Experience of report writing, auditing and conducting investigations.
• Communication: excellent listening, written, verbal, presentation, training and interpersonal skills (ability to communicate effectively at all levels and with all stakeholders).
• Ability to work independently while being part of a larger team.
• A pragmatic approach, good analytical skills, problem solving skills and results oriented.
• Excellent organization and time management; is organized and can prioritize business demands.
• Attention to detail and high level of reporting accuracy regarding all aspects of the role.
• Proactive, positive attitude, flexible and open to change, willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities.
• Exercises discretion and confidentiality at all times, in relation to all matters.
• Fluency in English.
• Flexibility and availability for travel if required.

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Critical illness benefit
• Life cover
• Sick pay

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €35,000.00-€55,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dublin Airport, County Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Will you need sponsorship in the future in order to remain in Ireland?
• What languages do you speak currently?

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

• health and safety / quality: 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person