Environmental, Health and Safety Manager

Duties & Responsibilities

• Health, Safety & Compliance Lead and continuously improve the site's EHS strategy in line with corporate and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with Irish HSA regulations, EU Directives, and global standards
• Maintain and develop ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems
• Act as EHS lead during audits and inspections (FDA, Notified Body, Corporate)
• Oversee incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Managing daily, weekly, or monthly EHS reporting and metrics for the facility
• Coordinate and manage EHS induction and training programmes for all site personnel

Manufacturing & Operational Safety

• Support a multi-shift, high-volume manufacturing environment
• Lead risk assessments across Cleanrooms and controlled environments
• Automation and equipment safety
• Chemical and hazardous materials handling
• Ensure safe execution of engineering projects, expansions, and contractor activities

Sustainability & ESG Leadership

• Drive site sustainability initiatives aligned with corporate ESG goals
• Lead programs to reduce energy consumption and carbon footprint, waste (including regulated medical waste) and water usage
• Support sustainability reporting (e.g., CSRD, internal ESG metrics)
• Promote circular economy and environmentally responsible practices

Culture & Leadership

• Build a proactive, engagement-driven safety culture
• Partner with site leadership to embed accountability at all levels
• Lead team of EHS specialists ensuring ongoing growth and development of team members
• Deliver training and awareness programs across EHS and sustainability
• Adhere to Merits values and drive employee engagement through safety and environmental initiatives

Continuous Improvement

• Integrate EHS into Lean and operational excellence initiatives
• Analyse performance data and drive improvements through KPIs
• Identify opportunities to enhance safety and environmental performance

Summary of Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related discipline
• 7+ years' experience in EHS within a regulated manufacturing environment
• Experience in an FDA-regulated or highly regulated industry is highly desirable
• Proven track record in leading sustainability or ESG initiatives
• Strong knowledge of Irish and EU EHS legislation
• Experience with cleanroom or high-volume manufacturing environments
• Excellent leadership, influencing, and communication skills
• Highly motivated team player with strong collaboration skills
• Data-driven approach with a continuous improvement mindset
• Experience with EHS systems (e.g., Enablon, Intelex)

Key Benefits

• Attractive Salary package
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Health Insurance Cover
• Life assurance
• Health & Wellbeing Events Calendar
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Recognition scheme
• Free Parking
• Educational assistance
• Internal training courses
• Quality Subsidised Canteens & Barista Service
• Active Sports and Social Club