Health and Safety Specialist

2 weeks ago


Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland 4220 embecta Penel Irish Branch Full time

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Health and Safety Specialist Apply locations IRL Dun Laoghaire time type Full time posted on Posted 24 Days Ago job requisition id R

embecta is one of the largest pure-play diabetes care companies in the world, leveraging its nearly 100-year legacy in insulin delivery to empower people with diabetes to live their best life through innovative solutions, partnerships and the passion of approximately 2,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit or follow our social channels on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

The Operations Safety Specialist reports to the Health & Safety Lead. They play an active role in driving a positive and proactive safety program across the general manufacturing area. In this role you will develop collaborative relationships with all departments on site, working cross functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality & Supply Chain to help establish a strong safety culture in all departments.

Responsibilities:

  • Works with site management to develop, implement and maintain Health and Safety (H&S) programmes and systems that help support the sites Safety First Culture.
  • Conduct daily safety walks and audits of the general manufacturing area in order to manage risk.
  • Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions and recommend solutions, find areas for improvement or implement prevention measures
  • Identification of workplace hazards and the completion of risk assessments, advising management on appropriate control measures to eliminate, minimise or control these hazards.
  • Conducts regular Safety Inspections to ensure that all departments are complying with the Site Safety Statement.
  • Champions compliance to the site cannula cleaning safety standard across all shifts and all departments with the management team
  • Actively drives the site program to reduce embedded cannula injuries and pokes.
  • Liaises with other departments (Operations, engineering etc.) on purchases of equipment, articles, and substances and with others as needed to ensure appropriate H&S standards are maintained.
  • Actively participates in Project Teams/Groups established to introduce new technologies etc to ensure that H&S is considered in the Project Planning process.
  • Supports H&S training for new and existing associates and contractors as required.
  • Supports all H&S accident/incident investigations and follow-up on close out of corrective actions.
  • Maintains appropriate records and metric analysis data to ensure that accurate information is available to Management and outside agencies and trends are visible.
  • Liaises closely with those responsible for Emergency Procedures within the organisation to ensure, so far as possible, the prevention of fire and the safe evacuation of employees in emergency situations.
  • Liaise with elected Safety Representatives and the site safety committee on a regular basis to consider H&S issues and communicate openly on existing or forthcoming H&S issues.

Educational and Experience

  • We are looking for a recent graduate with a qualification in Health and Safety or a candidate with at least 1 years' experience in a similar role.
  • Operational experience with a key focus on safety, within a regulated environment is preferred
  • Familiarity with regulatory compliance procedures, standard operating procedures, and protocols
  • Good communication, presentation, and training skills.
  • Ability to engage and influence others regardless of role/level within the organisation.
  • The successful candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint packages.
  • Self-starter with demonstrated efficient work methods, analytical & problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
About Us

embecta is one of the largest pure-play diabetes care companies in the world, leveraging its nearly 100-year legacy in insulin delivery to empower people with diabetes to live their best life through innovative solutions, partnerships and the passion of approximately 2,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit or follow our social channels on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

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