HSE Specialist

About the job

At Sanofi, we’re committed to providing the next-gen healthcare that patients and customers need.

For more than 20 years, our Waterford team has continued to grow and diversify to serve patients around the world. Today, a team of almost 800 works together at a state-of-the-art biopharmaceutical and medical device campus. Recognized through multiple local and national awards, Sanofi Waterford offers flexible working and access to a world of opportunities to grow your career at one location. As well as attractive benefits, the team enjoy access to an onsite gym and medical Center that underpin a strong commitment to health and wellbeing.

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated HSE Specialist with process engineering experience to join our Health, Safety, and Environment team at Sanofi. Reporting directly to the Site Head of EHS, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive HSE and security programs across our pharmaceutical operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of safety, security, and environmental responsibility.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?

Main responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain site HSE management systems in compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements
• Conduct regular HSE risk assessments and safety audits across pharmaceutical manufacturing operations
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Chair and document HAZOP and HAZID assessments for pharmaceutical processes and equipment
• Provide HSE expertise for change management processes, including review and approval of modifications from an EHS perspective
• Monitor and evaluate environmental compliance, including waste management, emissions control, and sustainability initiatives
• Develop and deliver HSE training programs for employees at all levels
• Prepare and maintain required HSE documentation and regulatory reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate HSE considerations into new product introductions and manufacturing campaigns
• Support emergency response planning and preparedness activities
• Promote a positive safety culture through engagement with employees and management
• Monitor HSE performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in the development and implementation of site security protocols and procedures
• Conduct security risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in physical and operational security
• Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards for pharmaceutical facilities
• Coordinate security awareness training for employees and contractors
• Monitor and report on security performance metrics and compliance indicators

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety, Occupational Health, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline
• Experience:
  • 3+ years of HSE experience within the pharmaceutical or related regulated industry
  • Experience with Process safety across pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
  • Knowledge of relevant HSE regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA/HSE regulations, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
  • Experience with security management systems and physical security controls is advantageous
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong understanding of pharmaceutical HSE hazards and control measures
  • Knowledge of chemical safety, biological safety, and pharmaceutical containment principles
  • Familiarity with security risk assessment methodologies and mitigation strategies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with all levels of the organization
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to influence and drive cultural change around safety and security
  • Proficiency in HSE management systems and Microsoft Office suite

Additional Information:

• This position is based at our Waterford site and may require occasional travel to other Sanofi sites
• Sanofi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave

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