At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.
What You Can Expect
The position is responsible for the Environmental Health & Safety Management supporting all UK & Ireland Commercial and distribution locations. Advising Management teams and taking action to ensure compliance with local Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) legislation. Development and ownership of the EHS Management System across the UK and Ireland sites.
How You’ll Create Impact
- Lead EHS support across UK and Ireland commercial and distribution locations, advising management and promoting compliance with local legislation and Zimmer Biomet standards.
- Develop and own the UK & Ireland EHS Management System; lead site EHS committees and attend monthly EMEA EHSS meetings.
- Oversee risk assessments, incident investigations, contractor safety (including permits to work and RAMS reviews), and EHS input to projects, new activities, chemicals, processes and equipment.
- Deliver EHS inductions, refresher training and other training programs; oversee fire safety arrangements, including training and external fire risk assessments.
- Manage EHS programs covering employee risk assessments, DSE assessments, industrial hygiene and occupational health requirements, working with HR and other teams as appropriate.
- Support Facilities with vendor selection where EHS requirements are involved, and respond to EHS-related customer requests.
- Coordinate EHS KPI reporting and global submissions, including energy and carbon reporting (ESOS and SECR), using third-party support where applicable.
- Provide support on other EHS matters as required.
The role involves approximately 25% travel to attend business meetings, visit the five in-scope sites and participate in relevant training.
What Makes You Stand Out
- NEBOSH General Certificate, with a NEBOSH Diploma completed or in progress preferred; an equivalent health and safety qualification, such as IOSH or an NVQ, will also be considered.
- Relevant experience in an EHS role, ideally in a highly regulated industry.
- Familiarity with QMS and KPI reporting, including using performance measures to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
- Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and/or ISO 50001 is an advantage.
- Experience interpreting emerging environmental legislation and applying it in a business setting is desirable.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to work independently and in a structured manner.
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