EHS Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an EHS Technician to join our on‑site Environmental Health & Safety team in Listowel. This is a hands‑on, operational role within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment, combining office‑based work with a strong daily presence on the factory floor.

Success in this role depends on your ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, from operators and technicians to engineers and site leadership, while delivering clear, practical guidance.

This position is part of our EHS Fast Track Programme, a development pathway designed to accelerate your progression into a high‑performing EHS professional. As a participant, you will receive formal accredited training, 11 coaching and mentoring, cross‑site exposure, and career progression opportunities.

This is a permanent, full-time and onsite role.

• Conduct routine EHS inspections, audits, risk assessments, and environmental monitoring, proactively identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO management systems.
• Assist in accident/incident investigations and root‑cause analysis (RCA)
• Maintain EHS documentation, environmental records, and compliance documentation.
• Monitor key environmental metrics and contribute to environmental and sustainability improvement projects.
• Collaborate daily with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to promote safe and sustainable working practices.
• Deliver on‑site training to employees, supporting behavioural safety, environmental awareness, and a strong compliance culture.

• 1 to 3+ years in an EHS, operational safety or environmental role, ideally within a manufacturing
• Technical education in chemistry, food science, environmental science, engineering, or EHS
• Effective communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all organisational levels.
• Strong organisational skills, problem‑solving mindset, and attention to detail.
• Passion for behavioural safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Access to the EHS Fast Track Programme, including accredited training and opportunities for growth across a global organisation.
• Healthcare allowance
• Matched pension scheme and life insurance
• 25 days annual leave