Head of Environment, Health

Company description: Tirln is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. The farmer-owned co-operative has a first-class track record of success in the global market. Rooted in a rich heritage of family farming and embedded in its communities, Tirln has evolved to bring the passion of its farmers and their high-quality milk and grains to the international marketplace. Using modern-day technology and applying the best processes to its milk pool of three billion litres and its premium grains portfolio, Tirln now exports to more than 80 countries. Its award-winning brands are household names in Ireland, and include Irelands number one consumer dairy brand, Avonmore. The organisation draws on a wealth of experience to deliver exceptional products and tailored nutritional solutions including Kilmeaden, Wexford, Truly Grass Fed, Solmiko, CheddMax and GAIN Animal Nutrition. Tirln has a strong market presence in the UK, France, Germany, UAE, the US, North Africa, Japan and China. A talented team of over 2,100 people manage Tirlns network of 11 production facilities, with annual revenues of over €3 billion. Tirln is committed to sustainability through its comprehensive Living Proof programme and has signed up to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). For more information, visit Job description: Head of Environment, Health & Safety Abbey Quarter, Kilkenny/Hybrid Tirln Tirln, is a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. Tirln owns leading brands such as Avonmore, Kilmeaden Cheese, Millac, Solmiko, Truly Grass Fed, Premier Milk, Wexford, and GAIN Animal Nutrition. We nurture a talented team across Ireland, the US, MEA, and China, delivering annual revenues of over €3 billion, and over 2,300 people to manage our network of 11 processing plants and 52 agri branches. Our purpose is to nourish the world, while safeguarding our environment for future generations. Role Profile The Head of Environment, Health & Safety reports to the Director of Q&C and is accountable for EHS standards, programs & policies, and the roll up reporting on those areas to ensure our operations are in compliance with current licence and regulatory requirements. The Head of Environment, Health & Safety works collaboratively with the Business to set out the Tirlan EHS compliance strategy and has responsibility for guiding the Business for the execution of the same. The Head of EHS also acts as the central liaison with external networks such as the EPA, HSA, Irish Water etc. This role supports the EHS Network teams across Tirlan, ensuring compliance with Tirln standards & continuous improvement. The Head of EHS will collaborate with key stakeholders to verify compliance through various means such as the SAQ process, compliance through the network 3M structure and TRMS etc. The Head of EHS also has a wider leadership role as part of the QSHE Leadership Team. Responsibilities Health and Safety First, Food Safety Always, Compliance Everyday to lead (develop & manage) the Zero Harm culture across Tirln and ensure a management led approach, embed a culture of continuous EHS improvement sharing and replication of best practice. Define & deploy the Tirln EHS Strategy, in conjunction with the functional leaders to support the achievement of the Companys EHS targets and objectives. Collaborate with all stakeholders to maintain compliance to EHS standards & regulations to ensure Tirln sites do not appear on the NPL and to ensure no Prohibition Notices issued to site from the HSA. Define EHS performance reporting standards and to work collaboratively to verify EHS Compliance to Tirln standards. Oversee EHS teams in monitoring EHS performance across Tirln in terms of adherence to KPIs, standards and legislation, reporting of key issues. Define EHS capabilities and competencies required for the EHS lead in each site, actively coach, facilitate lessons learned and drive for continuous improvement which considers external benchmark. Track and develop trends for common causes of incidents at plants, mills, retail branches and all other sites across Tirln, to inform and drive programmes for improved procedures. Develop and agree a common policy, standards, and procedures to ensure a consistent approach to EHS through Business Excellence Developing Tomorrow projects. Represent Tirln on external forums to gather industry insights and monitor new EHS compliance regulations to ensure they are incorporated in Tirln standards Develop and co-lead the EHS IT Strategy and Organisational Reporting Programs. Oversee Tirln relations with the Health & Safety Authority and Environmental Protection Agency. Lead our Network Team of EHS Champions across all Tirln sites. Act as Tirln Risk Management system / program liaison and to influence and input into standard setting. Ensure key priority areas for EHS risk in the Business is captured and communicated. Represent EHS within the Tirln insurance programme including insurers visits and the claims management process. Support QSHE Covi (cost out value in) programme. Support & challenge root cause analysis for incidents in EHS. Key Requirements Engineering &/or Science based qualification. A high-calibre expertise with strong risk awareness and organisational savvy. Minimum 5+ years relevant work experience in an EHS role at a senior level. Experience in agricultural, food & dairy industries Previous experience in Operations, Process / System Auditing, EHS Standards & Regulations Strong collaboration is a key success factor in the role across our entire business and with our external stakeholders. A proven ability of successfully developing and cultivating relationships with cross functional teams. Risk Awareness. Organisational Agility. Interpersonal Savvy. Detail focused. Conflict Management. ProblemSolving. Domestic travel required. About us Through our expertise in research and development, customer insights, food safetyand state-of-the-art manufacturing we bring innovative food and nutrition solutions to a global market. Our new and vibrant headquarters in Kilkenny City operates as a collaboration hub where multi-functional teams come together in a hybrid work environment. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion We believe in the value of difference. We know that different perspectives, life experience and backgrounds can drive innovation and deliver growth. We welcome people from all walks of life without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status. Join our Talent Pool Considering a new career in Tirln but this isnt the role for you? Join our talent community and sign up for job /careers Tirln is a Values Based Organisation Profile description: The Head of Environment, Health & Safety reports to the Director of Q&C and is accountable for EHS standards, programs & policies, and the roll up reporting on those areas to ensure our operations are in compliance with current licence and regulatory requirements. The Head of Environment, Health & Safety works collaboratively with the Business to set out the Tirlan EHS compliance strategy and has responsibility for guiding the Business for the execution of the same. We offer: Hybrid working Snr Leadership Role Skills: Health and Safety Head of EH&S Head of Environmental Health and Safety Benefits: Work From Home Laptop Mobile phone Paid Holidays Parking Pension Staff discount VHI