Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Reporting To: Managing Director (Direct) | Divisional EHS Manager (Dotted Line)

Direct Reports: 2 (Snr. EHS Advisor & Snr. Sustainability Advisor)

Are you a pragmatic, hands-on EHS leader looking to shape governance across a £23M, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility? Joining a global, industry-leading engineering parent group, you will sit on the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to lead site health, safety, environmental, and decarbonization strategies.

Why Join Us?

• World-Class Facility: Lead EHS for a mature, highly compliant site with an HSE-praised safety culture and an EcoVadis Platinum rating.
• Leadership & Autonomy: Direct access to an energetic Managing Director who champions innovation, continuous learning, and operational autonomy.
• Career Growth: High visibility across a global corporate group, opening clear pathways into broader divisional or international leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee site EHS&S strategies, legal compliance, ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 standards, and EcoVadis Platinum initiatives.
• Lead high-risk safety governance including DSEAR compliance, PUWER equipment upgrades, and risk assessments.
• Act as key liaison with regulatory bodies (HSE, Environment Agency) and Group stakeholders.
• Coach and mentor operational teams to foster an engaging, proactive "zero harm" culture.

Key Requirements

• Qualifications: Level 6 Occupational Health & Safety qualification and CMIOSH status (essential).
• Experience: 5+ years leading EHS in high-risk engineering or regulated manufacturing (DSEAR, PUWER, clean/GMP, or chemical environments).
• Leadership Style: Authentic, collaborative, and pragmatic team player who builds genuine engagement without corporate bureaucracy.
• Flexibility: On-site presence supporting 24/5 shift patterns as required.
• Package: Competitive enterprise benefits package including healthcare, generous pension scheme, and performance incentives.

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