Job Description

An amazing opportunity has arisen for a S&E Specialist.

The role has a specialisation in Process Safety as part of the Environmental Health & Safety team. The position will play an integral role in developing, maintaining and continually improving the EHS systems at our company's API / Pharma facility to achieve its goals of Zero Harm, Sustainability and EHS Compliance.

In this position you will be primarily responsible for the development, co-ordination and continual improvement and management of all aspects of the Process Safety Management program working with other S&E Specialists and stakeholders.

You will provide technical guidance to the organisation to ensure compliance with all relevant legal requirements related Process Safety as well as our company's corporate standards, policies.

What you will do:

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership to carry out the following:

• Developing and implementing the EHS programmes/policy required to ensure compliance with local legislation, our company's standards and industry best practices.
• Preparing Process Safety Procedures and other related documents.
• Providing guidance and support to relevant stakeholders on all aspects of Process Safety Management.
• Completing EHS Audits and Inspections and supporting external audits undertaken by Regulatory agencies, Insurance providers or corporate.
• Liaising with regulatory authorities and corporate stakeholders as required.
• Preparing / maintaining reports for site, corporate or regulatory agencies as required including the site Safety Report, MAPP and EPD documents.
• Preparing Process Safety and Emergency Management training materials and delivery of training.
• Providing Process Safety technical support to stakeholders during the introduction or modification of exiting processes and infrastructure.
• Evaluating the Process Safety impacts associated with change relating to new projects, processes and infrastructure and changes to existing processes and infrastructure in accordance with site Change Management Procedures.
• Completing/Chairing PHA studies (HAZOP/LOPA)
• Providing safety support for trouble shooting activities; participating in safety compliance reviews and providing technical support as necessary to resolve safety issues.
• Completing investigations into process safety and general safety incidents and the development of corrective and preventative actions as required.
• Supporting Installation Qualification and Operational Qualifications
• Participating in and approving pre-start up safety reviews and equipment walk-downs.
• Maintaining compliance with the requirements of the Major Accident Prevention Policy (MAPP) and the COMAH Safety Management System (SMS).
• Providing technical guidance, review and approve changes to the Site Explosion Protection Document (EPD) under ATEX Regulations.
• Supporting the Loss Prevention Program on site.
• Participation in the site Process Safety Relief Device sizing program as required.
• Monitor developments and advice Management on changes in Process Safety/COMAH related Standards and Legislation

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or an Engineering / Science Degree with Higher Diploma in Chemical Engineering.
• 3+ years' EHS experience in Pharmaceutical or other industry which is regulated under the requirements of the SEVESO and Industrial Emission Directives.
• Knowledge of HAZOP, LOPA and SIL.
• Knowledge of ATEX/EPD
• Proven track record of success.
• Experience on supporting multiple activities/projects.
• Ability to influence others.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Troubleshooting
• Analytical, Methodical and detailed.
• Team player, capable of working within a multi functionary team environment; and to periodically lead teams.
• Enthusiastic with a strong drive for to deliver results as per agreed commitments.
• Innovative with a growth mindset.
• Self-directed, capable of using own initiative to make EHS improvements.
• Dedicated to maintaining high standards, with the courage and candour to ensure things are done properly onsite right first time.'
• Desire to protect employees and environment.

As a company, we are committed to ‘Inventing for Life’ in all that we do. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, Impact the future by driving one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, and inspire your team to reach their full potential and push the boundaries of science and technology, please apply today.

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