Our client, a leading manufacturer based in Houghton Le Spring they are now recruiting for an experienced Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor.
The Role
* The Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor will provide both leadership and hands-on support for all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at the manufacturing facility.
* Working closely with the Plant Manager and the central EHS function, this is a key role in ensuring the site operates safely, sustainably and in full compliance with UK legislation.
* You will be instrumental in developing an autonomous safety culture, maintaining ISO management systems, and driving continuous improvement through employee engagement and operational excellence.
* Ensure compliance with all UK environmental, health, and safety legislation.
* Develop, implement and maintain ISO systems (ISO 14001 and ISO 45001).
* Lead initiatives that build a proactive and autonomous EHS culture.
* Promote and manage Health and Wellness programs to support employee wellbeing.
* Define and maintain EHS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
* Deliver EHS training and coaching to managers, supervisors and employees.
* Lead risk identification, assessment and mitigation programs across site operations.
* Conduct inspections, audits and behavioural safety observations to verify compliance and program effectiveness.
* Manage environmental aspects including air, waste and water compliance, ensuring adherence to UK environmental regulations.
* Drive continuous improvement within the site’s EHS Management System and ensure robust reporting and follow-up on corrective actions.
* Regulatory compliance.
* Become a technical expert on the site process technologies .
The Person
* Hold a degree in Environmental Management, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
* 5 or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record of success in reducing occupational injuries, working knowledge and expertise in Environmental regulations and maintaining compliance with pertinent regulations.
* Strong EHS background and experience in UK regulations and reporting.
* The ability to identify change, communicate the need for change, and monitor integration for success.
* Must have demonstrated abilities as an effective leader/trainer/coach.
* Demonstrate the ability to communicate both horizontally and vertically
* Computer literate and knowledge of web applications.
* Industrial process understanding and knowledge.
The Benefits
* You will be working for a well-established growing employer.
* An excellent salary.
* A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment.
* The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year