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Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a dedicated
Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a dedicated Lead Design Safety Engineer to join our talented team at our office located in Dublin or Cork, Ireland.

In this role, you will support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the IPS Design Division Safety Program. You will also work with the Director of Engineering and Design Safety on two primary responsibilities. The first is to ensure that the designs produced by the IPS design division can be constructed, operated, and maintained without compromising the safety and health of all associated personnel, and without compromising the property and environment in which they are constructed and operated. The second is to implement and monitor the Design Field Safety program to ensure the safety of the IPS design division personnel in their daily activities.

Organisation Development

Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement of IPS policies and technical standards and procedures.
Identifies opportunities to support internal reviews and training for education of IPS personnel, supply chain partners and/or application of lessons learned.
Coordinates the collation of site safety statistics and manages reporting system.
Supports the development of the Design Safety department, providing mentorship and guidance.
Attends Safety Steering Meetings, reporting and sharing best practise on projects.

Culture

Conducts themself with an uncompromising commitment to the welfare of our clients and each other. Must act in an ethical, professional and respectful manner at all times.
Motivated professional who will ensure IPS’ statutory duties on projects are discharged and develops a positive and active safety culture on their projects
Exhibits an entrepreneurial spirit by consistently seeking new opportunities to add value to the organization. Strives for excellence in all aspects of job performance.
Approaches their work enthusiastically with a contagious energy and drive.
Exhibits the ability to build and sustain long-term relationships of mutual value through teamwork.

Knowledge Sharing

Identifies gaps in project skillsets to inform adequate training requirements for enhancement of Design Safety execution.
Researches regulations for new project locations, to support compliant design and construction implementation.
Utilises and shares experience of best practise for safe and efficient design.
Project Responsibilities
Interfaces with client Project team and EHS SMEs to develop safety strategies, relationships, culture and approach throughout the project lifecycle.
Assists design teams with implementing design safety on projects.
Supports and facilitates the production of Design Safety focused project deliverables, to include:
Project Safety Checklist
Designer Risk Assessments (by Lead Engineers/Designers)
Design Safety Reviews (Layout, Ergonomic, Machine Safety, Manual Handling, etc.)
Preconstruction Safety Information and Preconstruction EHS Plan
Country Specific Regulations List
Ensures the discharge of PSDP/Principle Designer duties (or equivalent) under project site applicable CDM legislation, including the following:
Attending client/design and site meetings
Informing Clients of their duties,
Ensuring or performing Statutory Notifications
Collation of Safety Information and preparing project Health and Safety files.
Facilitates Design Safety Workshop and Reviews
Ensures timely and suitable/sufficient Design Risk Assessments are provided
Works with Construction Management team to discharge the role of PSDP / Principle Designer on construction projects
Ensures Temporary Works Designs are adequately prepared and reviewed.
Assists construction project teams by supporting subcontractor prequalification, safety plan development and implementation.
Performs construction project compliance inspections, tracking corrective actions, and provides project EHS regulatory guidance.
Provides on-site support as required at EMEA project locations. Role is anticipated to involve travel for in-person facilitation of design safety reviews and construction site visit/inspections.
Other duties as assigned to support Director of Design Management and the Senior Leadership Team.
Interfaces with regional and global Total Safety teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

Degree level or higher qualification in Engineering or Health and Safety.
Safety Qualifications such as CMIOSH or Cert IOSH, NEBOSH Diploma in Health and Safety Management, NEBOSH Construction Safety or SMSTS, IOSH Managing Safely.
A minimum of 5-8 years’ experience of advising clients or acting in the role of PSDP on client sites (manufacturing or construction).
Technical Safety Training, such as Design Safety Reviews, Construction Regulations, Incident Investigation, Emergency Planning.

Competencies

Strong Knowledge of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) (Ireland) and Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (UK) and Design Safety within process industries.
A minimum of 10-15 years’ experience of Design and Construction Projects within the FCMG, Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry.
Analytical thinking, structured problem-solving skills, superior communications skills, team building and strong work ethic. Must be able to build rapport with key stakeholders at all levels.
Progressive ability, capacity and aptitude in administration to plan, organise, supervise, coordinate technical work and obtain cooperation from others.
Ability to work on own initiative in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

About Us

PS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. IPS, inclusive of its Enterprise entities, has over 3,500 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. For further information, please visit www.ipsdb.com.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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