Health and Safety Officer

Our Client, a leading Medtech Company in Galway are hiring an Environmental Health and Safety Officer. The successful candidate will proactively promote a positive Health and Safety environment for all employees, and work across all parts of the organization providing specialist advice and support on all matters relating to the Environment, Health, Safety and Welfare of site personnel.Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Drive EHS continuous improvements initiatives.Manage& Maintain the ISO14001 Environmental Management SystemProvide senior management with regular EHS reports & KPIs covering all relevant EHS metrics and reporting requirements.Manage, develop and provide EHS training as required to all employees, contractors & visitors.Coordinate environmental management programmes, driving continuous improvement initiatives including but not limited to energy reduction, waste, etc.Identify and address site EHS issues and concerns.Support and maintain effective document control systems for the EHS department.Monitor and maintain all EHS policies and procedures and the company safety statement in compliance with all regulatory requirements.Support the EHS accident and incident management process on-site in accordance with HSA and corporate requirements; Including investigations, root cause analysis and corrective and preventative action management. Lead and manage the risk assessment programme.Keep up to date with all relevant legal changes or developments and ensure compliance in a timely manner.Actively lead and drive EHS ownership with all relevant managers and promote continuous improvement in EHS culture, through regular training and awareness events.Represent the company during external audits or inspections and liaise as required.Carry out regular audits/inspections to measure EHS compliance with site procedures and legal requirements.Conform to the requirements of the quality and environmental management system.Additional projects and/or ad hoc duties as required.Level 7/8 in Environmental Health & Safety or similar disciplineMinimum of 2 years’ experience in a medical device manufacturing engineering role is desirable.Strong team player with the ability to collaborate closely with colleagues across all departmentsAbility to work on own initiative.Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize own daily work routine to meet established schedule.Excellent interpersonal skills.Strong communication and influencing skillsNote: By applying for this position, you may also be considered by Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment for other or future related vacancies.Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment - The Resource for the MedTech Workforce