EHS Manager

Overview

In this role you lead the Environmental, Health & Safety function within a regulated manufacturing setting, shaping the EHS strategy and driving continuous improvement. You will partner with leadership to embed a safety and wellbeing culture and ensure regulatory and TE standards compliance. You’ll steer audits, reporting, and cross-functional initiatives that boost performance and employee health. Your work directly supports safe operations, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence at the site. This position offers meaningful impact through shaping EHS practice at scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead the EHS function and deliver objectives with technical expertise
• Identify and drive site-wide EHS continuous improvement initiatives
• Build stakeholder relationships to promote compliance and proactive safety culture
• Prepare and communicate EHS metrics and performance updates for stakeholders
• Oversee site-based EHS projects and cross-functional improvement activities
• Ensure compliance through programs, training, and auditing aligned with legislation and standards
• Drive improvements across EHS programs including safety systems, hazard management, ergonomics, chemical and machine safety, and energy reduction
• Maintain site permits, licenses, and certifications
• Provide governance on hazardous materials and waste management
• Manage accident, incident, and investigation processes per regulatory and corporate requirements
• Develop and manage the EHS budget
• Serve as primary contact during regulatory audits, customer visits, and external inspections
• Manage liability insurance claims and related activities
• Collaborate with leadership to translate business strategy into EHS objectives and KPIs
• Promote cross-functional communication to share best practices and improve performance
• Identify training needs and support capability building within the team
• Conduct regular performance, development, and wellbeing discussions with team members

Key requirements

• NEBOSH National General Certificate (NGC), NVQ Level 5, or equivalent EHS qualification
• Experience balancing strategic objectives with day-to-day operations
• Proven track record influencing business decisions at a strategic level
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong leadership and people management abilities
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• Effective communication, negotiation, and influencing capabilities
• Results-driven with project planning and delivery skills
• Commercial and financial awareness to support business objectives
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to interpret EHS legislation, regulations, and best practices
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and KPI-driven performance improvements

• leadership
• stakeholder management
• communication
• EHS legislation interpretation
• KPI management
• auditing and permits management

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