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EHS Specialist (FTC 12 Months)

Dublin, Leinster
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On the Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team at Takeda, you’ll be part of a rapidly transforming industry that’s applying technology and data in new ways. Within our agile, innovative, people-centric organization, your work will matter every day as you use your skills to help us manufacture therapies for patients on our four platforms:

  • Small Molecules
  • Biologics
  • Plasma
  • Cell and Gene

As part of the GMS team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue unique experiences and build new skills, and you'll know that the work you do every day makes an impact — on our patients, our people, our planet, and on yourself.

Job ID R0161282 Date posted 08/20/2025 Location Dublin, Leinster

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Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

EHS Specialist ( FTC 12 months)

This position is a fixed-term maternity cover role for 12 months.

Reports to: EHS Head

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited Grange Castle (TILGC) is a global, research and development-driven pharmaceutical company committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to patients by translating science into life-changing medicines.

Takeda focuses its R&D efforts on oncology, gastroenterology and central nervous system therapeutic areas plus vaccines.

About the Role:

The primary purpose of this position is to:

Provide guidance and support to colleagues and Service Providers on EHS requirements. Perform regular EHS inspections, be a visible presence on site and provide active EHS support to the colleagues and Service Providers in particular for Environmental and Engineering initiatives/ projects.Provide EHS support to other areas as required.

Ensure continual improvement initiatives are in place to maintain ISO45001, ISO14001 & ISO50001 requirements.

How you will contribute:

  • Actively foster an ethos and culture of EHS awareness through engaging and working with cross functional teams including external providers where EHS compliance and improvement is recognised and accepted as an integral part of the overall business.
  • Manage contractor works in relevant areas, walk the job, review RAMS, Solar panel project oversight, support and further enhance the contractor management processes onsite.
  • Conduct inspections, internal assessments on various programmes to identify opportunities for improvement which is not limited to EHS but also extends to GMP and Business Excellence opportunities for improvement.
  • Ensure early investigation of events including ensuring thorough and robust “SMART” corrective and preventive measures are implemented.
  • Provide technical safety and environmental expertise and support to relevant Departments and personnel on site.
  • Support others for EHS risk management processes for relevant site areas and tasks.
  • Support the EHS Head to ensure that the site is compliant with EHS legislative, regulatory bodies and Corporate requirements.
  • Develop and deliver EHS training to the site as required.
  • Deputise for other members of the EHS team as required.
  • Participate in the site Emergency Response programme and support continuous improvement activities as required.
  • Ensure compliant at all times with GxP requirements onsite.
  • Other duties as required by the EHS Head.

What you bring to Takeda:

  • Minimum Level 7 qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, or an equivalent discipline.
  • 3+ years of EHS experience, ideally with exposure to pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical environments.
  • Strong pharmaceutical (small molecule/API) experience is highly preferable.
  • Passionate about EHS and committed to achieving excellence, with a proven track record in previous projects and employment.
  • Strong technical background with a hands-on, “can do” approach to EHS.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to address challenges effectively.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
  • Collaborative working style, fostering positive relationships across functions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Flexible and adaptable, willing to take on additional tasks and responsibilities as required by business needs.

What you can look forward to with us:

  • Competitive Salary: Including performance-based bonuses.
  • Retirement Plan: Employer contributions to your retirement plan.
  • Comprehensive Insurance: Employer-funded private medical insurance with dependants’ cover, life insurance, and flexible options like dental insurance, partner life insurance, and serious illness protection.
  • Electric Charging Points: Available at parking locations.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges.
  • Wellbeing and Engagement: Dedicated teams to support your wellbeing.
  • Family-Friendly Policies: Supportive policies for a balanced work-life.
  • Generous Vacation: 26 vacation days plus additional days for service milestones and humanitarian volunteering leave.
  • Development Opportunities: Coaching, mentoring, educational programs, and formal training.
  • Subsidized Canteen: Enjoy meals at a reduced cost.
  • Flexible Benefits: Options like fuel card, bike to work, commuter ticket, and insurance deals.


More about us:
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Empowering our people to shine:
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!

Locations

Grange Castle, Ireland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time
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