JOB DESCRIPTION

NAME OF JOB: EHS Specialist

DEPARTMENT: EHS

REPORTING TO: Plant Director

JOB OUTLINE:

The job involves maintenance of the EHS function within the company to ensure HCI is a safe place for employees to work and is a compliant company with respect to all EHS regulations, operating permits and externally accredited management systems. It also involves monitoring of the waste water treatment facility, driving the waste management programmes, and other relevant projects and duties as may arise from time to time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Monitoring environmental performance in compliance with the company operating permits and report to the management, employees and relevant statutory agencies as required.

· Increasing the safety awareness of all staff through promotion and training and working with departmental managers

· Contributing to the achievement of company performance to the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance.

· Managing the company waste management programme, co-ordinating the shipment of all waste off-site, and ensuring that all waste is disposed of in a regulatory compliant manner.

· Ensuring that all PPE purchased meets CE regulations and is the correct one for the operation it is intended. Ensuring there are adequate procedures pertaining to PPE.

· Handling of process materials properly according to safety instructions and production procedures.

· Ensuring adequate EHS procedures are in place and are adhered to in all areas; monitoring employee safety performance to ensure that they are following the correct procedures.

· Ensuring an adequate Accident Reporting System is in place and reviewing and following up on all accident / near miss incidents.

· Ensuring a formal quarterly report / review takes place on all pertinent EHS issues.

· Ensuring that all materials and processes have been accurately assessed for EHS impact (including REACH) and those systems are in place to minimise any negative impact.

· Carrying out occupational monitoring, dust monitoring, audiometric testing and ergonomic assessments as required.

· Carrying out of risk analysis/HAZOP’s where necessary and ensuring all relevant areas/activities on site are covered by risk assessments.

· Reporting/communicating to the HSA, EPA, and Fingal County Council on necessary issues.

· Ensuring the company follows the Responsible Care programme and completing assessment of same on a yearly basis.

· Ensuring EHS awareness through coordinating participation in relevant competitions / awards, for example, the NISO Safety Award Scheme, Safety quiz, and Safety week; preparation of the submission for the annual NISO awards and any relevant Environmental awards.

· Coordinating the company EHS training programme and ensuring adequate training is carried out along with contributing to the new employee induction programme.

· Monitoring the company’s compliance to current regulatory requirements.

· Drawing up the EHS budget for the company and ensuring compliance to same.

· Organising the fire safety plan for the company, including fire drills, fire warden training, audits etc.

· Managing programme for internal EHS audits and following up on any EHS items arising from external audits.

· Monitoring of the waste treatment plant.

In addition, he/she shall assist the Plant Director as required in ensuring that company EHS obligations are complied with.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The EHS Specialist shall typically be located in the Production area. The company will provide workplace conditions in which its personnel can function safely and efficiently. All personnel are required to comply with correct operating procedures as required.

It is also the responsibility of the EHS Specialist to maintain his/her work area in a clean and tidy manner at all times and to ensure that it is a safe area in which to work.

WORK PERFORMANCE:

The EHS Specialist’s performance will be monitored by the Plant Director (or designate) to the following criteria:

· General timekeeping and attendance

· Achievement of Key Performance objectives and compliance with agreed work programmes.

· Compliance with Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality practices.

· Team working and performance; positive work attitude.

· Contribution to improving plant efficiency and safety.

· Training and self-development; leadership abilities.

· Technical competence and communication skills