ArraTipp
Location: On site / Tipperary, Co. Tipperary, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Science | Health & Safety
Salary: Negotiable salary
Job Title: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Graduate
Department: Environmental, Health & Safety
Reporting To: Health & Safety Manager
Location: Tipperary Town
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Graduate to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to begin a career within a leading dairy cooperative, supporting the delivery of a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible workplace across our manufacturing and operational sites.
Working closely with the EHS team, the successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in health and safety management, environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, risk assessment, and continuous improvement projects while developing a strong understanding of dairy processing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the cooperative's Environmental, Health & Safety Management System.
Assist with workplace inspections, safety audits, and environmental monitoring activities.
Participate in risk assessments, hazard identification, and the development of control measures.
Help investigate incidents, near misses, and environmental events, identifying root causes and supporting corrective actions.
Assist in maintaining EHS documentation, records, policies, procedures, and legal compliance registers.
Support the delivery of health, safety, and environmental training and awareness programmes.
Monitor key EHS performance indicators and prepare reports for management.
Assist with waste management, energy efficiency, water conservation, and environmental sustainability initiatives.
Support compliance with environmental permits, licences, and relevant legislation.
Participate in emergency preparedness activities, drills, and business continuity planning.
Work collaboratively with production, engineering, quality, maintenance, and other departments to promote a positive safety culture.
Contribute to continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing risk, improving environmental performance, and enhancing operational efficiency.
Stay informed of changes in health, safety, and environmental legislation and industry best practice.
Skills & Experience
Essential
Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or a related discipline.
Strong interest in developing a career in Environmental, Health & Safety within the food or dairy industry.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Good organisational and time management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Full driving licence (if travel between sites is required).
Desirable
Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
Understanding of food manufacturing or dairy processing environments.
Familiarity with Irish environmental and health & safety legislation.
Experience through internships, work placements, or university projects related to EHS.
Personal Attributes
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Strong attention to detail.
Proactive and self-motivated.
High level of integrity and professionalism.
Commitment to promoting safe working practices.
Passion for sustainability and continuous improvement.
Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organisation.
