EHS Manager - Food Manufacturing Company

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Environmental, Health and Safety Manager to join our team at a leading food manufacturing company. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining health and safety policies and procedures across multiple sites. You will lead a team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, promote a culture of safety awareness, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the organisation's health and safety performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Lead and manage a team to ensure effective implementation of environmental and safety initiatives and compliance with company policies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement controls to mitigate potential safety risks.
• Provide guidance and support to site management teams on health and safety matters, including incident investigations.
• Develop and deliver health and safety training programs to raise awareness and promote a culture of safety excellence.
• Monitor and analyze health and safety performance metrics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for preventative action.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate health and safety considerations into operational processes, equipment design, and facility layouts.
• Stay current with emerging regulations, standards, and technologies to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Professional certification in health and safety (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA, IOSH) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in health and safety management, preferably in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing health and safety programs that resulted in improved safety performance.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact confidently with employees at all levels.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and assess risks and implement appropriate control measures.
• Experience working across multiple geographies and managing health and safety programs in a multi-site environment is preferred.

This position is based at the production facility in Kildare, Ireland, with frequent travel required to the manufacturing sites across two geographies.

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for promoting a safe working environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.