Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Environmental Health & Safety Manager - GMP - Cork

We are currently recruiting an experienced EHS Manager to oversee Environmental, Health & Safety performance on a key client site in Cork.

This is a highly client-facing position, where you will work closely with stakeholders on-site, acting as a trusted EHS advisor within a GMP-regulated environment (pharmaceutical, medical device, or food manufacturing). You will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with Irish legislation, ISO standards, and corporate policies, while driving a strong and proactive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• In this role, you will be embedded on-site, delivering a high standard of EHS support directly to the client:
• Act as the primary EHS point of contact on the client site, building strong working relationships with stakeholders
• Provide expert EHS guidance within a GMP-regulated environment, ensuring compliance with strict operational and regulatory standards
• Lead the development and implementation of EHS policies aligned with Irish legislation and client requirements
• Ensure full compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety regulations across all site activities
• Manage and maintain Integrated Management Systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 9001) in line with company and client-specific standards
• Support and actively participate in client audits and inspections, acting as a key liaison during compliance reviews
• Work closely with site teams to ensure safe delivery of operations and projects, identifying and mitigating risks proactively
• Deliver tailored EHS training programmes for on-site teams and contractors
• Lead incident investigations and clearly communicate findings and corrective actions to stakeholders
• Prepare and present client-facing reports, audits, and performance updates
• Drive a strong safety-first culture on-site, influencing behaviours at all levels
• Manage contractor safety processes, ensuring full compliance with both GMP and client expectations

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree (Level 7+) in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or related discipline
• 2–3+ years’ experience in an EHS management or advisory role, ideally within a client-facing, site-based environment
• Experience working within a GMP-regulated environment is essential (pharma, medical device, or food manufacturing preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Irish EHS legislation and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience working with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 systems
• Strong ability to engage with clients and influence stakeholders on-site
• Excellent communication, reporting, and presentation skills
• Highly organised with strong problem-solving ability
• Full clean driving licence (as required for site access)

Why Apply?

• Work in a key client-facing EHS role on a high-profile site in Cork
• Exposure to GMP-regulated industries such as pharma, medical devices, or food manufacturing
• Opportunity to build strong on-site relationships and make a real impact
• Varied role spanning operations, compliance, and stakeholder engagement

Apply Now

If you’re an EHS professional who thrives in a client site environment and enjoys building relationships while driving safety standards, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.