Pharmaceutical Health and Safety Specialist - Working From Home

Job Description Coordination and completion of assigned EHS projects, supporting the development of sustainable, robust and compliant EHS strategies and systems with associated policies and procedures. Be a visible leader of EHS initiatives and drive in EHS forums/initiatives, as well as promotion of PSS EHS Culture Develop and deliver EHS KPI’ s for all PSS UK and IRE sites on a monthly basis Report any required Safety Metrics to Eurofins Sustainability Group Ensure that monthly safety audits of the site are performed (in accordance with PSS On-Site Managers) Perform risk assessments and audits across the PSS sites on a regular basis ensuring that all site activities are being managed in line with legal and corporate requirements Complete investigations of EHS incidents and corrective actions in a timely manner, report to third parties as required. Create, update and maintain all internal safety related quality documentation working procedures and standard documents Highlight training requirements and improve the safety culture through training and awareness Monitor adherence to company policies and check effectiveness of current policies that are in place Create update and maintain all internal safety related quality documentation working procedure ad standard documents Carry out PSS EHS inductions, manual handling and ergonomic training as required. Liaise with PSS managers to ensure the correct resources are made available to support particular projects as required. Achieve milestone objectives as agreed on projects assigned Promote EHS culture and awareness within the PSS organisation through participation and clear visibility and alignment on assigned project goals, targets and achievements. Advise management on Environmental health and safety laws, regulations and directives which affect the company and its employees. Participate in Environment & Sustainability Projects throughout Europe (where required) Participating in PSS Team Meetings and giving updates to rest of team as necessary. Reviewing and improving commercial work practices. Responsible for identifying areas where efficiencies may be improved and liaising with the customer appropriately about any proposed improvements. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science related discipline At least 6 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical industry GMP laboratory. Level 6 diploma in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety At least 3 years’ technical experience in EHS and a proven track record of developing EHS compliance programs, with exposure to chemical and/or biological agents in the Pharmaceutical industry or related industry. Technical knowledge of OEL’s and product containment Clear understanding of the needs of cGMP Ability to work in a multidiscipline team but also possesses self-motivation and drive. Working knowledge of Health & Safety and Environmental Legislation and regulations. Experience of chemical/biological agents risk assessment and occupational monitoring is essential. Experience in conducting EHS audits. Excellent organisational skills and good commercial acumen.  Self-motivated with the ability to drive improvements. Proven ability to build effective relationships. Demonstrate effective communication skills and a proactive attitude to solving any lab issues by liaising with management and offering solutions where appropriate. Superlative team player, organised, accurate, have strong documentation skills Passionate about quality and customer service. Good communication skills both internally and externally. Additional Information *This is an opportunity to join Eurofins on a full time or part time permanent basis. *Working from home position *Opportunity to work on various client sites across Ireland and UK.   *Benefits of pension contribution, medical insurance, health insurance and bonus are included in package.  *Eurofins Management and Team available for support. *Opportunity to get to know fantastic people and be part of a great team.