Quality Health and Safety Advisor

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Job Title: QSHE Advisor

Location: Kinsale, Ireland (occasional travel to other sites required)

Hours- Permeant, 39 hours per week

Salary: 50,000-55,000

Purpose of the Role

The QSHE Advisor isresponsible for implementing quality, safety, health, and environmental (QSHE)programs and ensuring compliance with GxP and EHS standards across the pharmaceutical Cork site and, where necessary, other sites in Ireland. This is a hands-onrole supporting site teams with due diligence, compliance, and the managementof all aspects of health, safety, and quality in line with company and clientpolicies. The role acts as the main point of contact for QSHE on the contractand plays a key part in maintaining operational excellence and adherence toregulatory and corporate requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Implement and support the local QSHE programs, including self-inspections, risk management, management reviews, business continuity planning, and electronic quality management systems.
Align the EHS program with the in-country EHS team and client standards.
Conduct root cause investigations for QSHE issues and implement corrective actions.
Deliver GxP, QMS, and EHS training to the operational teams.
Build strong working relationships with Sodexo and client teams.
Provide support and guidance to both Sodexo and client quality/compliance and EHS personnel.
Develop and maintain site-specific quality plans aligned with regional quality frameworks.
Manage and review quality agreements with the client.
Prepare monthly reports highlighting successes, risks, and KPI trends.
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives and QSHE team meetings.

Key Accountabilities

Successful completion of client and regulatory audits related to GxP and EHS.
Timely and effective incident reporting and investigation.
Standardization and optimization of QSHE processes.
Value creation through improved systems and compliance.
Ongoing professional development and application of technical/business knowledge.

Person Specification

Essential:

Level 8 H&S qualification or equivalent.
Experience in a regulated pharmaceutical (GxP) environment, particularly in quality, labs, or facilities management.
Background in auditing and ability to write clear, impactful reports.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to deliver effective training and communicate across diverse teams.

Desirable:

Project management experience.
Membership in relevant professional bodies (Quality, EHS).
Commercial awareness with sound judgement.
ISO 9001 & ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification.

Key Competencies

Client and Customer Satisfaction
Quality Focus and Rigorous Management of Results
Leadership and People Management
Innovation and Change Management
Organisation and Planning
Business Consulting and Commercial Awareness
Impact and Influence
Creative Problem Solving

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Salary	€50-55.000 per annum plus Sodexo Benefits
Frequency	Annual
Job Reference	SDX/TP/1879335/144110
Contract Type	Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date	27 June, 2025
Job Category	Health & Safety
Business Unit	ROI Corporate Services
Location	Kinsale, Co. Cork, Republic of Ireland
No. of positions	1
Posted on	13 June, 2025

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