Senior EHS Specialist

Johnson Controls; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational firm specializing in EHS solutions seeks a Senior EHS Specialist to provide advice, support, and help in Environmental, Health and Safety matters to Project Management teams. This role involves implementing EHS management systems, monitoring legal compliance, and addressing training needs in an office-based environment. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in large manufacturing settings, an appropriate degree, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years EHS experience in large manufacturing/fabrication settings.
• Experience implementing EHS Management Systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support in EHS matters to Project Management teams.
• Monitor legal compliance and establish effective procedures.
• Conduct regular operational team walks to provide support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Degree in Environmental Health and Safety Management

IOSH membership (Graduate level minimum)

Job description

What you will do

The Senior EHS Specialist provides advice, support and help in Environmental, Health and Safety matters to Project Management teams and other stakeholders, to comply with relevant legislation. You will effectively support the implementation of the company EHS management system and best practices, provides support across planned/live projects taking place, within their regional remit.

Due to the requirements of this role, hybrid working is not possible and the successful candidate would be office based.

How you will do it

• Serve as a subject matter expert to operational management and develop formal annual plans to drive continuous improvement
• Present EHS data in regular meetings with business unit leaders and management teams
• Support workplace risk assessment and control, identify compliance gaps, and provide solutions
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, managers, supervisors, employee representatives, and key stakeholders
• Monitor legal compliance and establish effective procedures to address any weaknesses promptly
• Support the development and maintenance of a comprehensive EHS management system
• Identify and address EHS training needs
• Address audit findings from internal, external, and self-audits to ensure effective resolution
• Manage the facility's internal audit program and track action item completion
• Generate reports on EHS data, analyze trends, and lead EHS initiatives
• Conduct regular operational team walks to provide support and solve problems
• Visit installation project sites to meet contractual obligations and address issues as needed
• Document site visits thoroughly and elevate identified issues internally and externally
• Attend safety council/committee and management meetings to ensure proper action on key issues
• Investigate serious workplace incidents, determine root causes, and prepare detailed reports
• Work with enforcing authorities on investigations and enforcement actions to minimize company risk
• Participate in Compliance forums to stay current with best practices and industry developments
• Oversee environmental aspects through compliance calendars and management systems
• Review contractor processes to ensure they meet company EHS standards and performance targets

What we look for

• IOSH membership at Graduate level minimum (CMIOSH preferred)
• Degree or equivalent in Environmental Health and Safety Management or similar (preferred)
• 3–5 years minimum EHS experience in large manufacturing/fabrication settings (multi-site experience preferred)
• Experience implementing EHS Management Systems and procedures
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Results-driven with strong initiative
• Excellent communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset