Who We are

NIRAS Ireland provides Project Management, Engineering Design, and Project resourcing services to the Pharmaceutical and Life Science Sectors. As a company we specialize in the design and delivery of process-driven projects across Ireland and internationally.

EHS Advisor

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety Engineer to join our client’s team in the pharmaceutical industry. The ideal candidate will have experience in environmental health and safety management, with a strong focus on capital projects within the pharma sector. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations throughout the planning, construction, and commissioning phases of their capital projects on a day – day basis.

Responsibilities

• Act as the PSCS on behalf of the client for both operations and projects at the site.
• Accountable for implementation of the site EHS management system to ensure both staff and contractors operate inline with the plan.
• Responsible for ensuring all Health and Safety metrics are achieved on a monthly basis and communicate performance at daily meetings.
• Manage the work permit system onsite and perform audits to ensure compliance to system.
• Ensure training records and RAMS are in place and being followed for all work onsite.
• Participation in HAZOPs and design review meetings for new projects.
• Performing safety audits, reporting findings and developing notifications and training plans to ensure site teams are familiar with specific site requirements.
• Work closely with all departments to drive EHS performance, and PSCS/PSDP interactions, depending on project scale.
• Maintain and update all health and safety related documentation including Process Safety programs such as HAZOPs, Safety Statement, Risk Assessments, Process Safety Reviews, Emergency Response Plan etc.
• Identify and implement best practices to continuously improve site processes and procedures to mitigate the potential of risk to employees.
• Advise and audit the compliance of health and safety legislation and maintain the register.
• Oversee and manage all preventative and protective procedures, conduct risk assessments and inspections and identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Support security programme overview on site, incident investigation and close-out as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental health and safety management, with a focus on pharmaceutical capital projects.
• Pharma experience is essential. Medical device will also be considered. Those with construction only background will not be suitable for this role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with cross-functional teams and regulatory agencies.
• Proficient in using safety management software, SafePermit is an advantage, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experienced with managing day to day EHS requirements of capital projects in a pharma environment.

You could be our new Business Development Manager for Life Sciences.

We have a unique opportunity in the history of NIRAS, starting a new business development in the Life Sciences industry from our office in Rosmalen, Netherlands.

What is important at NIRAS?

Personal development, deep knowledge, pleasure in our work and a sustainable mindset within the Life Sciences industry!

Our organization

Our organisation offers a personal working environment with manager and colleagues. We offer a broad and engaging range of international projects for major blue-chip clients.

What can you expect from us?

• 31 days annual leave, flexible working hours, 50/50 pension scheme, WGA insurance, travel expenses, bonus.
• A pleasant working atmosphere.
• A personal coach who supports you in your personal development.
• Career opportunities, with matching salary steps and budget for education and training.
• Working tools such as laptop, phone and accessories.

Are we a match?

Are you used to working with a diverse group of colleagues? Is your approach to work as a team working towards a group strategy for achievement of success? Do you like keeping yourself busy with the following tasks in the context of business development?

Role Summary:

Prospecting and identifying opportunities, and also defining the services of NIRAS, which internationally has made its mark on the field of facility and process design, and also the design of sustainable utilities.

In this role, you work together with an expert team of engineers and experts recruited specially for this industry. You contribute to the growth of this team, consisting of building, packaging and process engineers, and also 3D designers and project managers. Collaborating with your colleagues, mainly from Ireland and Denmark is crucial during this process. Where possible, you will be supported by your colleagues who work in the food industry.

What will you do?

• Participate in the preparation of a business plan including ambitious objectives.
• Carrying out market research and identify market needs related to our services.
• Building up strong customer relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and technical expert from NIRAS.
• Leading tender and quotation processes and drawing up extensive quotations and project plans in line with the required standards and (administrative processes) of NIRAS, with backup from Global Business Support.
• Collaborating with internal teams to improve service delivery and guarantee customer satisfaction.
• Following trends, regulations and technological developments within the Life Sciences.
• Delivering case studies, technical papers and marketing material supporting business development.
• Using your expertise when serving for customer projects and/or internal development.

What you bring to the role?

• Demonstrable (international) experience in sales or business development in the Life Sciences sector and thorough knowledge of engineering and design.
• Preferably you will have a relevant, technical background and/or training.
• Be proficient with the MS Office package (Word, Excel, Visio).
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in both Dutch and English.
• Hold driving license B.
• Proactive, communicative, strong, organised, strategic, quality-oriented and flexible skills.

NIRAS is owned by a foundation that has the ambition, and invest in innovative solutions, and especially in the development of the company and its staff.

Let's challenge the status quo of the Life Sciences industry so that we can contribute to a more responsible and sustainable life.

Apply directly via the form on the link below or contact Sandra Miller-Pruijssers via e-mail samp@niras.com  or telephone +31653546914

Who We Are:

NIRAS Ireland provides Project Management, Engineering Design, and Project resourcing services to the Pharmaceutical and Life Science Sectors. As a company we specialize in the design and delivery of process-driven projects across Ireland and internationally.

We are currently seeking a Project Engineer to join our client’s manufacturing based in co Mayo.

The Role:

The Project Engineer is responsible for safely coordinating and leading projects associated with New Product Introductions, Process Improvements, Automation, Aseptic processing, New Processing equipment with some Facility & Utilities modifications to incorporate same. The primary responsibility of the role is to ensure that Projects meet agreed targets on time and on budget. The Project Engineer will report directly to the Senior Manager of Aseptic Engineering, who will give advice and support to ensure the equipment, facility, utilities design and goals are achieved.

Core Duties:

• Safely coordinate and lead cross functional project teams for the delivery of processing equipment to the site based on planned timelines and scope. Processing equipment would include e.g., Autoclaves, RABS & Isolator Filling machines, LAF units, Compounding skids, Vessels, Containment booths & Stopper processing eq.
• Writing User Requirement Specifications.
• Selecting vendors and completing vendor evaluation matrix.
• Writing RCE's, placing orders, Project Management & Design review meetings.
• Working to the stablished standards and relevant guidelines etc.
• Coordination of processing equipment installation and services hook up, working with Equipment Vendors and Engineering personnel.
• Lead the Project Team participation in Factory Acceptance Testing program.
• Coordination of all equipment documentation requirements.
• Commissioning of equipment and engineering support during qualification.
• Work with the E&T Senior Manager & System Owner / Project Team.
• Handover training, coordination of O&M manuals, Spare parts, & PM schedules.
• Contribute to a team environment on specific technical problem-solving forums associated with Product manufacture & Aseptic fill.
• Deliver on Process improvement / cost reduction projects.
• Lead your regular weekly / bi-weekly Project review meetings with your Project team.
• Attend the weekly Tier 1 meeting with your manager.

Requirements:

• Third level qualification in an Engineering or equivalent discipline/experience.
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years’ experience of working in Biologics, Pharmaceuticals or Medical device industry. experience.
• Project Management experience with a proven record.
• Assured self-starter with proven Technical ability.
• Good communication and Interpersonal skills required to operate in a multi-function project team set up.
• Ability to work within a team using your own initiative to articulate and deliver specific functional requirements for all aspects of the project and work with members of various disciplines and functions across the project.
• Good team leading skills and ability to work closely with other areas/departments within an organization.

Compliance and Integrity

You will be responsible for conducting your activities on behalf of the company consistent with a high standard of business ethics and in compliance with the laws and regulations that govern our activities.

Project Engineer

We are looking for a Project Engineer to successfully support the projects of a leading Pharmaceutical Company based in Sligo.

Duties:

• Small Projects coordination
• Managing of Contractors
• Completing EHS induction and Contractor permits
• Uploading safety cert for all contractors
• Review of risk assessments and method statement to align with above tasks
• Interacting daily with the clients to interpret their needs and requirements and representing them in the field
• Review all technical aspects of projects
• Monitor compliance to all aspects of H&S, Quality and Engineering Standards 
• Manage schedules, and budgets for projects
• Complete drawing updates and document updates to align with project and site requirements
• Complete validation protocols to align with project requirements
• Report weekly to management on updates in relation to projects

Requirements:

• Degree qualification in a relevant engineering, science or technical discipline
• 2-3 years’ experience in Biopharmaceutical Industry
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and meeting the predefined quality requirements are required
• Knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements relating to the Healthcare industry is required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsof Office