Senior EHS Specialist

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Job Title: Senior EHS Specialist

Company: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Limerick

Overview: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care is seeking a hardworking, highly motivated and innovative individual to maintain and advance our EHS Program. This role is essential for ensuring compliance with EHS Regulations and Corporate standards, driving best practice, developing our EHS Culture and ensuring the safety of all those who work on our site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit EHS reports, metrics, and documentation to management and regulatory agencies as the need arises.
• Support the site’s EHS Programs with a focus on compliance, risk management and continual improvement.
• Act as EHS SME on IOSS (Integrated Ownership of Safety Systems) providing expert guidance and direction to ensure program effectiveness and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to EHS Regulatory requirements and Corporate EHS Standards.
• Design and Deliver EHS Training Programs.
• Collaborate with Senior Management and other partners to establish and achieve EHS Goals and Objectives.
• Support the maintenance of EHS Managements systems including the ISO14001 Environmental Standard.
• Function as site Administrator of the Corporate EHS Software System (CURVE), Contractor Management System and Permit to Work System providing SME Support, oversight, and training.
• Provide Analysis of EHS Metrics and prepare and issue of Reports as the need arises.
• Coordinate EHS Audits and Inspections with Regulators, Corporate and Certifying bodies and other stakeholders as the need arises.
• Run the EHS Audit and Inspection program and conduct regular inspections and audits of the facility and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) systems to confirm compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct workplace inspections and risk assessments to identify potential safety and environmental hazards; recommend corrective actions.
• Function as EHS Partner for assigned Business units / departments/ Projects.
• Support the business in the Investigation of EHS Events to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions to prevent re-occurrences.
• Run the Industrial Hygiene / Chemicals Programs
• Cultivate positive relationships with all partners and collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Support various components of the broader EHS Program as directed by the EHS Manager.

Qualifications:

Education:

• A Degree or equivalent in Environmental Health and Safety, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.

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Required:

• 5 Years experience in a similar role.
• Proven EHS experience in a Manufacturing Environment.
• Practical experience in implementing and maintaining EHS Management Systems.
• Practical experience of EHS Management Software utilised to handle MOC, Incidents, CAPA, Auditing, Inspection and other applicable EHS Modules.
• Practical Knowledge of Chemicals, Chemical handling, and related regulations.
• Practical Knowledge of monitoring /controlling Noise in an industrial environment.
• A collaborator with strong people skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Solid understanding of Permitting, LOTOTO, mechanical and electrical engineering concepts and machinery safety principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and incident investigation skills.
• Strong project management abilities with a focus on delivering results.
• Proficient in data management, analysis, and reporting.
• Proficient in IT and relevant software applications.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a larger team.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage numerous projects and priorities effectively.

Preferred:

• Manual Handling Trainer
• Relevant EHS Professional certifications are highly desirable.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.