Pauline Gallagher
Wexford,WX
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in chemical & safety risk assessment, safety compliance, and EHS legislation. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet research, with a strong ability to conduct incident investigations and ensure adherence to safety standards. Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining regulatory compliance while fostering safe and efficient work environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work History
EHS Engineer
Intel Ireland
Leixlip, Ireland
04.2011 - 08.2023
- Team member of Intel Ireland Environmental Health & Safety department working to implement company's EH&S policy, procedures and management systems
- OHSAS 18001 & ISO 14001
- Regular review of local & corporate Health and Safety regulations and guidance for any changes/updates
- Responsible for control and management of EHS programmes across both manufacturing and facilities i.e. Legionella, Hearing conservation, Hazard communication, PPE, Chemical management, Laser
- EHS incident/event root cause & classification investigations worked with all departments onsite to closure
- Conduct regular Occupational Hygiene inspections and site audits, Clear & concise technical report writing of findings to site personnel & senior management
- Follow-up essential to ensure that actions are dealt with in a timely manner
- Conduct both qualitative & quantitative chemical & Physical (ionizing & non-ionizing) exposure monitoring, interpret analysis of results, report findings for current new & process technology introduction
- Ensured legal compliance by implementing necessary adjustments in work processes.
- Established effective communication channels between management and employees regarding health and safety matters.
- Chair global corporate Occupational Hygiene team forum biweekly
- Liaise with corporate and global colleagues to ensure global EHS standardization for standards & procedures
- Active participant for annual NISO submission for Site Safety Awards
- Site office desktop & visual display screen equipment ergonomic assessor
- Member of Occupational Hygiene Society of Ireland, NIOSH & BOHS
- Liaised with external bodies like Health and Safety Authority during inspections or investigations.
Occupational Hygiene Consultant
Airmid Health Group Ltd
Dublin, Ireland
08.2010 - 04.2011
- Tailored risk assessment strategy plans to meet client’s legislative requirements
- Qualitative & quantitative risk assessments; Chemical and biological exposure parameters
- Indoor air quality assessments of workplaces, e.g. Offices, bakeries, supermarkets, hospitals & industrial facilities
- Occupational hygiene personal & static exposure monitoring for airborne contaminants e.g. Dusts & solvents, Bioaerosol exposure sampling, bacteria & mould spore monitoring
- Occupational personal & static noise exposure assessments
- Compilation of clear and concise assessment reports for client interpretation
Safety & Occupational Hygiene Professional (EHS Dept.)
Eli Lilly S.A (Irish Branch)
Kinsale, Ireland
06.2008 - 03.2010
- EH&S area representative, support of containment facility surveillance programme
- Conduct area hazard identification and risk assessment, qualitative baseline chemical exposure assessments & quantitative chemical exposure assessments
- Interpretation of routine exposure assessment studies and communication of same to technical population and management
- Participate in job specific hazard analysis – physical, chemical & biological, H&S focused area audits, liaise with occupational health department on incident & injury investigation
- Ergonomic coordinator, participate in ergonomic design review stage & conduct ergonomic workplace assessments
- Draft, review and update occupational safety & industrial hygiene SOP’s, review of site H&S policies and procedures against current legislation and corporate requirements
- Ensure & maintain compliance with OHSAS 18001 standard requirements
- Review & update of site manufacturing tickets from H&S caution info
- & PPE aspect
- Chemical safety training and hazard communication
- Preparation of strictly controlled conditions documents for REACH compliance
- Involved in team health & safety promotion activities e.g
- Safety committees and European safety week
Occupational Health & Safety & Hygiene Advisor (EHS Dept.)
Pfizer Ireland Pharmaceuticals
Little Island, Ireland
09.2006 - 05.2008
- Design & execution of IH Sampling Plan -Air quality monitoring
- Provision of information & training e.g. Exposure monitoring, PPE use limitations, chemical hazard awareness, noise, qualitative face fit testing
- Implement and control of approval for site personal protective equipment programme
- Management of SDS database
- Noise and Vibration exposure assessment
- Job based hazard analysis
- Site Safety Induction
- Team investigation of EHS issues
- EHS liaison Support functions, process teams
- Implement site safety management systems in accordance with legislative and Corporate requirements e.g. Annual declaration to HSA for chemicals under chemical weapons act
- Participated in REACH regulation implementation plan for PGM Little Island API
- Draft, Review and Approval of SOP’s
OTC & Cosmetic Sales Assistant
Gilbert’s Pharmacy
Manorhamilton, Ireland
05.1997 - 09.2006
- Duties included providing precise customer advice and information regarding over the counter medicines
- In addition to OTC sales, I also worked in the photographic and cosmetic departments, participated in stock control, account keeping and shop maintenance
Education
Laser Safety Management Course -
Loughborough University & Public Health England
Professional Certificate - Radiation Safety
National University of Ireland, Dublin
Higher Diploma - Applied Science (Occupational Health & Safety & Hygiene)
National University of Ireland, Galway
01.2005 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology (General), Mathematics
National University of Ireland Maynooth
Leaving Certificate - undefined
St. Clare’s Comprehensive School
Manorhamilton, Co.LeitrimSkills
- Health and safety audits
- HSE training delivery
- Chemical handling expertise
- Air quality monitoring
- Ergonomic assessment
- Risk assessment
- Safety compliance
- Incident investigation
- Regulatory reporting
- Radiation safety
- Analytical skills
- Noise measurement
- PPE selection
- Occupational hygiene sampling
- Respiratory protection
Custom
- Swimming
- Gym
- Kayaking
- Skiing
- Walking
- Pilates
- Music
Personal Information
- Place of birth: Sligo, Ireland
- Date of birth: 09/21/81
Timeline
EHS Engineer
Intel Ireland
04.2011 - 08.2023
Occupational Hygiene Consultant
Airmid Health Group Ltd
08.2010 - 04.2011
Safety & Occupational Hygiene Professional (EHS Dept.)
Eli Lilly S.A (Irish Branch)
06.2008 - 03.2010
Occupational Health & Safety & Hygiene Advisor (EHS Dept.)
Pfizer Ireland Pharmaceuticals
09.2006 - 05.2008
Higher Diploma - Applied Science (Occupational Health & Safety & Hygiene)
National University of Ireland, Galway
01.2005 - 01.2006
OTC & Cosmetic Sales Assistant
Gilbert’s Pharmacy
05.1997 - 09.2006
Professional Certificate - Radiation Safety
National University of Ireland, Dublin
Leaving Certificate - undefined
St. Clare’s Comprehensive School
Laser Safety Management Course -
Loughborough University & Public Health England
Bachelor of Science - Biology (General), Mathematics
National University of Ireland Maynooth
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