EHS Officer

Job Overview

The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Officer will support the EHS Supervisor in ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations while fostering a secure and regulated work environment at the Burnfoot facility in County Donegal.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and actively engage in the Good Catch program.
• Manage EHS training records, maintaining accuracy and monitoring renewal deadlines.
• Maintain documentation in line with the ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Prepare monthly global safety Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Assist with execution of health and safety policies based on local and national regulations.
• Encourage reporting of Serious Injury and Fatality Potential (SIF-P) incidents.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify hazards and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Perform risk assessments, record outcomes, and recommend improvements.
• Monitor and report on safety performance including incident and accident trends.
• Ensure safety and personal protective equipment is maintained and accessible.
• Support preparation and delivery of employee health and safety training programs.
• Investigate workplace accidents and incidents, compiling reports that suggest preventive measures; maintain accident trend analysis.
• Stay informed on current laws, regulations, and best practices; liaise with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance.
• Assist in developing and enforcing emergency procedures for different scenarios.
• Provide administrative support for safety initiatives including document control and data entry.
• Work collaboratively with department heads to cultivate a culture prioritizing health and safety.
• Perform weekly and monthly inspections of first aid and fire safety equipment.
• Conduct monitoring of air leaks, manage spill kits, and oversee hazardous waste control.
• Administer occupational health surveillance, scheduling appointments and maintaining records, coordinating communications with HR.
• Manage Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) data including updating supplier data sheets, logging information, drafting info sheets, and tracking communication of risk assessments.
• Handle compliance audit checklists: receive, log, and compile statistics.
• Oversee Forklift Truck (FLT) and equipment pre-use inspections, tracking defects and follow-ups.
• Distribute safety memos and other related communications within the company.

Candidate Qualifications

• NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.
• IOSH membership is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in EHS roles.
• Demonstrated strong safety leadership and emergency management capabilities.
• Proven skills in critical analysis, planning, and organization.
• Experienced in conducting risk assessments and audits.
• Excellent communication proficiency to engage employees, management, and external authorities effectively, promoting a proactive EHS culture.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to perform well under pressure.
• Sound knowledge of environmental, health, safety, and civil protection legal requirements.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards is desirable.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants without discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status, political beliefs, or disability.