Head of Health, Safety and Environment
Tricel
- Killarney, Co Kerry
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and implement an HSE strategy aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
- Establish & implement effective Health, Safety & Environment policies & procedures incorporating legislative requirements & industry best practice.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize accidents, injuries, and environmental incidents.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives including setting targeted/site-specific goals and initiatives and monitor performance/progress.
- Oversee external audits & inspections & develop the Tricel internal HSE audit programme to monitor compliance to documented policies & procedures.
- Oversee Emergency Management Planning to ensure that this addresses continuation of business and the minimisation of legal and regulatory breaches.
- Compile & report on key Health & Safety & Environment metrics and analyse data to identify trends, root cause and opportunities for improvement.
- Provide guidance, advice, and support to the management team on HSE policy and strategy standards.
- Ensure statutory reporting is undertaken in accordance with local legislation and internal procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as operations, maintenance, and HR to identify risks, mitigate hazards and integrate HSE considerations into business processes and decision-making.
- Identify HSE training needs in conjunction with group sites.
- Manage a team of regional and central HSE resources.
- Participate in ongoing HSE projects as required.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience at H&S Manager level within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience and proven capabilities in developing and implementing world class health and safety management systems to ISO45001 standards in a manufacturing environment.
- Detailed knowledge of legislation and ability to interpret and translate such information into business policy and procedures.
- Experience of Chemical Management & ATEX requirements a strong advantage
- Primary Degree in Engineering, Science or equivalent in conjunction with a recognized Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent
- Chartered member of IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) or equivalent qualification would be an advantage.
- Self-confidence, maturity, discipline, and a commercial approach to establish credibility at all levels in the business.
- Proven ability to think strategically and maintain strategic focus while operating across many functional areas in a constantly changing environment.
- Proven ability to act as an advocate for the development and implementation of change.
- Proven ability to successfully implement and execute programmes and drive high performance.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully influence key internal and external stakeholders and identify external issues which will impact business performance.
- A persuasive influencer and negotiator with strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to manage teams and demonstrate leadership ability including proactive development & motivation.
- Travel to group site required as part of the role.
- All Company and site personnel, including Management team, HR, Employees, Contractors & Group.
- Internal/external auditors and regulatory bodies.
- Hybrid
- Health Care Contribution
- Excellent development and growth opportunities
- A supportive and collaborative culture
- A fun and dynamic work environment
- Team oriented atmosphere
- Good work life balance
- Opportunity to work across countries and cultures
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Tax-free vouchers to the value of €1,000
- Sports and Social club
- Health and Wellbeing initiatives
- Enhanced Maternity leave