Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor
1 day ago
Houghton-Le-Spring
The Company 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