Environmental specialist GWWO

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

The Environmental Expert is responsible for improving and sustaining the facility’s environmental management system based on a specific area ( waste, water,...) but also covering all the environmental requirements at site/global level .

The Environmental Expert uses expertise to oversee and ensure all aspects of environmental compliance of management systems and environmental regulations to company standards.Responsible for environmental programs, initiatives, policies, enforcement, education/training, record keeping and reporting.

Primary responsibilities for role:

• Coordinate Grifols Environmental Corporate standards at site level.                     
• Leadership and project management  on key environmental projects                     
•  Maintain, optimize, and implement a regulatory compliance program including monitoring completion of regulatory activities and implementing compliance inspections and audits.                    
• Utilize Dakota Software or equivalent to audit, and monitor environmental activities and corrective actions.                     
• Optimize and monitor environmental based projects (energy and water conservation) for management reporting .                    
• Conduct and report an annual audit review and periodic third party audit.                    
• Develop, generate, review, and present environmental reports, including the Corporate Annual Environmental Report.                    
• Provide leadership for continually improving environmental programs, pollution reductions, and projects for cost reduction opportunities.                      
• Generate thorough written reports, when required, that summarize investigations performed for out-of-specification results or out-of-procedure events.                    
• Participate in regulatory and internal inspections/audits including providing written responses as applicable for area of responsibility.                    
• Provide guidance and hands-on training to direct reports.                    
• Appraise and monitor performance of department personnel.                      
• Strict adherence to procedures and practices according to FDA regulations.                    
• Strong emphasis on documentation according to FDA regulations.                    
• Adhere to departmental corporate safety policies.                     
• Support and comply to the compliance requirements of the  ISO 14001 Environmental Management System    

What you will bring to the role: 

• In-depth understanding of environmental compliance and ISO 14001 certification.                    
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of cGMPs, FDA regulations, and industry guidelines is preferred.                    
• Demonstrated ability to inspire high performance in others and align team members around shared goals.                    
• Demonstrated project management skills.                    
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.                    
• Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.                    
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.                    
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.                    
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.                    
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language.                    
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).                    
• Must be flexible with working hours / shifts in order to accommodate the 24 hour, 7 day plant operation. 

Occupational Demands: 

• Manual dexterity to perform all job functions.                    
• Ability to lift /move up to 50 pounds.                    
• Ability to sit for extended periods - up to four (4) hours at a time.                    
• Ability to gown and work in an aseptic/clean room environment.                    
• Exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals and biological hazards.            

Our Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive salary
• Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are 5% employer and 5% employee
• Private Medical Insurance for the employee
• Ongoing opportunities for career development in a rapidly expanding work environment
• Succession planning and internal promotions
• Education allowance
• Wellness activities - Social activities eg. Padel, Summer Events

We understand that self-doubt can hold talented individuals back from applying for opportunities. We encourage everyone who meets the qualifications to apply – we're excited to hear from you

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Location:  Grange Castle International Business Park, Grange, Co. Dublin, D22 K2R3 

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