EH&S - P2

Additional Locations: Ireland-Clonmel; Ireland-Cork; Ireland-Galway

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Purpose

Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring policies and procredures to ensure that the company meets and complies with all applicable regulations pertaining to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS).  Assures appropriate corrective action is taken where health and safety hazards exist.  Conducts training of employees in hazardous materials handling, emergency response, industrial hygiene, safety, etc.  Evaluates work-related injuries according to worker's compensation laws and other regulations.

Responsibilities 

• Enforce and interpret company policies and procedures related to EHS by inspecting plant facilities to identify potential hazards, analyzing operating records and reports, monitoring environmental indicators, responding to and documenting all inquiries regarding environmental or industrial hygiene issues, implementing corrective action where necessary, and ensuring that established procedures are followed correctly.
• Develop company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local EHS laws through knowledge of appropriate regulations and by monitoring regulation changes to identify areas that may effect Company's operations or liability.
• Direct all aspects of chemical handling and hazardous waste management to remaing in compliance and maintain operating efficiency by assessing efficiency and cost-effectiveness, determining the most suitable menthod for handling specific types of waste, and ensuring that operating practices are in full compliance with regulations.
• Evaluate  and document work-related injuries according to worker's compensation laws and other regulations by excercising judgment based on regulatory knowledge and experience.
• Correspond with appropriate agencies to conduct site investigations, report actions taken by the Company to correct discrepancies, submit all required applications, forms, licenses, and permits and remain in compliance with regulations.
• Provide and maintains documentation for training and certification (where applicable) in safety regulations, procedures, and compliance requirements to personnel that deal with specific environmental responsibilities (e.g., chemicals, air, water, solid wastes, emergency response team).
• Conduct and documents New Employee Orientation (NEO) to educate new hires about safety policies, regulatory laws and practices, and the Company's expectations around safety.
• Maintain liaison with outside organizations (e.g., fire & police departments, rescue teams, HAZ-MAT response, highway patrol, etc.) to promote open communications, prepare response plans and to ensure comprehensive support in case of emergency.    
• May work with engineering staff to identify and evaluate potential manufacturing problems, suggestions for waste reduction, or deviations in (EHS) policies and make recommendations for corrections.
• May initiate Engineering Orders (E.O.) to change or modify existing documents or methods in order to correct problems or to accommodate changes in procedures.
   

Requirements:

• Level 8 qualification required in EH&S or relevant discipline.
• Ideally 2-3 years’ experience working within an EHS function in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience of ISO management systems implementation, ISO 45001 and 14001 would be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent organisational, planning, communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work on own initiative and influence at all levels of the organisation.
• Full understanding of EH&S requirements and relevant legislation.
   

Closing Date: 3rd May 2024

Requisition ID: 581039

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!