Senior Environment, Health and Safety Specialist
Develop and implement EH&S policies and procedures across laboratory operations
Working alongside the EH&S Manager and specialist team you will be responsible for the development, planning, and implementation of environmental, health, and safety programs including (but not limited to) COSHH, industrial hygiene, product stewardship, including REACH, hazardous waste management across the EMEA region.
Like you, we know the importance of your role and offer you a collaborative and supportive environment in which you are actively encouraged to continually develop your own skills and knowledge. The vision for Illumina is that every Illumina employee will be a leader in EHS. The Senior EHS Specialist will play a lead role in helping Illumina to achieve this vision through high engagement and empowerment with our employees.
Youll join a culture fuelled by innovation, collaboration and openness. Our customers are at the forefront of genetics and NGS (Next Generation Sequencing), helping change lives by driving advancements in life sciences, oncology, reproductive health, agriculture and other emerging markets. Your new colleagues are all deeply passionate about what they do, knowing that our work has the power to improve lives.
Responsibilities will include:
EMEA lead and technical expert on laboratory safety including, but not limited to, chemical (COSHH); industrial hygiene monitoring;
Product Stewardship program support lead for EMEA, including product hazard communication, chemical notification/registration compliance
Represent EHS by supporting integration of effective EHS risk management into product design and development at R&D sites
Member of the Product Stewardship Committee
Hazardous waste management oversight for EMEA
EHS advisor in new laboratory/site projects across EMEA
Provide support as needed to Illumina personnel and operations in the development of risk assessment in accordance with local law and Illumina standards
Lead investigations and root cause analysis as appropriate
Knowledge and experience in implementation of EHS Management system 45001 advantageous
Interact with a variety of departments in emergency response and hazardous material handling
Other responsibilities may include regulatory interpretation, planning, auditing, and information systems evaluation and implementation
Participate and lead, as appropriate on new site projects, especially laboratory operations
Other responsibilities may include regulatory interpretation, planning, auditing, and information systems evaluation and implementation
Preferred background, skills and experience:
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent essential
Science based degree, or equivalent, preferable
Extensive demonstrable experience within a similar role in EH&S
Proven track record of working within a similar role
Multi-year experience of biotech or life sciences company essential
Experience of working in chemical environments
Knowledge of scientific principles and concepts essential
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Presentation skills and experience of presenting to a variety of audiences
Experience in IVD/Med Device/Life Sciences industry is a plus
Experience of working in fast paced and dynamic environment with fast global business growth
Ability to prioritise and execute work among competing priorities
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