Orion Group Life Sciences are currently recruiting an EHS Project Engineer on behalf of our Multinational Biopharmaceutical Client based in Louth on an initial 12-Month contract with potential to extend.

Role Functions:

Project Support & Integration

• Integrate EHS requirements into capital projects, facility upgrades, and process changes.
• Conduct Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs) and ensure closure of EHS-related actions prior to commissioning.
• Perform field walkdowns to identify hazards and verify engineering controls.
• Support criticality assessments for equipment, utilities, and processes impacting safety and compliance.
• Ensure engineering controls (e.g., LEV, isolators, interlocks) are designed and implemented effectively.
• Support PHA and other PSM related assessments.
• Support PSDP and PSCS responsibilities to ensure compliance under the role of the client.

Technical EHS Expertise

• Lead development and implementation of High Hazard Programs (e.g., Construction Safety, ATEX, Process Safety Management).
• Support Biosafety programs including containment strategy validation.
• Support Hazardous Waste and Chemical Inventory systems in compliance with pharmaceutical regulations.
• Schedule and coordinate Industrial Hygiene Monitoring (air sampling, noise, exposure assessments).
• Support Machine Safety and LOTO programs for equipment installations and maintenance.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations including HSA and EPA.
• Implementation of Construction, Machinery and other EHS Regulations.
• Prepare for and support regulatory inspections and audits.

Safety & Environmental Programs

• Develop and maintain assigned EHS programs and provide support for other programmes.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Conduct internal audits and support external inspections.

Training & Communication

• Deliver technical EHS training to projects, engineering, operations, and laboratory staff.
• Promote safety culture through awareness campaigns and toolbox talks.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain EHS documentation including risk assessments, SOPs, and change control records.
• Track and report EHS KPIs including near misses, project status, RAMS and PTW

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure alignment on EHS goals.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for process improvement and sustainability initiatives

Experience/Knowledge

• Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of EHS experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device or chemical manufacturing environments supporting projects/operations.
  • Proven experience supporting capital projects, facility upgrades, and equipment installations with EHS integration.
  • Demonstrated involvement in GMP-regulated operations and cleanroom environments.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient with Construction Safety and associated regulations and requirements.
  • Working knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) principles and implementation.
  • Experience conducting Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs) and criticality assessments for new equipment and systems.
  • Proficient in field walkdowns, hazard identification, and verification of engineering controls.
  • Familiarity with gas safety and chemical management and compliance
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related technical discipline.
  • Advanced degree (MSc, MEng) preferred for complex pharmaceutical environment
• Certifications:
  • Professional certifications are highly desirable.
  • ATEX/Machinery  or PSM-specific training/certification is a plus.

 


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