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Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager, the main purpose of the role is to determine, drive and lead the implementation of the HSE strategy, focusing on safe behaviours and attitudes at all levels throughout the business. The successful candidate will influence, coach and support business leaders and their teams to support the development of safety leadership.

Successful applicant will possess the following skills and experience:

Must be holder of a NEBOSH general certificate or equivalent.

Good working knowledge of Health & Safety Policies/Procedures/ Regulations – ideally in a manufacturing environment.

Experience of working with environmental management systems and engaging with the teams of people needed to drive improvement. (ISO 14001)

Demonstrable experience of implementing culture and/or behavioral change in a complex organisation.

Ability to influence key stakeholders to build effective relationships with internal customers and other external contacts.

Good organisational skills with an ability to manage own workload and priorities.

Excellent communication skills – verbal and written including one to one and group meetings and presentations.

Ability to problem solve through to root cause.

High degree of personal resilience.

Good general IT skills including Outlook, Word, Excel and other in-house system.

Criteria
Essential
Desirable

Knowledge & Experience
Experience in a similar role
Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications
NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent or working towards

IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management or equivalent

Internal auditor; ISO 14001
Internal auditor: ISO 45001

Professional Membership
Membership of Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) or equivalent
Chartered Member Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (CMIOSH) or working towards

What We Offer

Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

24/7 confidential support for you and your family

Free Onsite Parking

Flexible working options and family-friendly policies

Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job