Ehs Manager

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager\n

Location: West Yorkshire

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Employment Type: Permanent | Full Time | On-site

About the Opportunity\n

Our client is a global leader within the chemical manufacturing sector, supplying specialist products to a wide range of industrial markets. With a strong focus on operational excellence, sustainability, and employee wellbeing, they are seeking an experienced Environment, Health & Safety Manager to lead the site's EHS function and drive continuous improvement across the business.

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This is a strategic leadership position, offering the opportunity to influence business performance, shape safety culture, and work closely with senior leadership within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

The Role\n

The EHS Manager will lead all Environmental, Health & Safety activities across a major UK manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with UK legislation while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

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Working as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you'll provide strategic guidance, support business objectives, and champion a proactive safety culture throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities\n
\nRegulatory Compliance & Management Systems\n

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• Ensure compliance with all relevant UK environmental and health & safety legislation.
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• Maintain and continuously improve the site's EHS management systems.
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• Manage environmental permits and maintain positive relationships with regulatory authorities.
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• Ensure statutory reporting and compliance obligations are completed accurately and on time.
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• Lead and support internal and external audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
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• Coordinate corrective actions and drive continual improvement.
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Operational EHS Support\n

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• Provide expert EHS advice and guidance across all departments.
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• Support contractor management and safe systems of work.
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• Review and facilitate risk assessments, permit-to-work systems, confined space activities, work at height, and other high-risk operations.
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• Identify and manage EHS risks across the site.
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Leadership & Continuous Improvement\n

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• Act as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, influencing strategic decision-making.
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• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
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• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement EHS best practice.
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• Monitor legislative developments and ensure changes are effectively implemented.
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Safety Culture\n

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• Promote a positive, proactive safety culture across the organisation.
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• Engage with managers, employees, and contractors to improve EHS awareness and performance.
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• Develop effective communication and engagement initiatives that encourage employee involvement.
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Stakeholder & Emergency Management\n

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• Build effective relationships with regulators and external stakeholders.
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• Support emergency planning activities and coordinate emergency response exercises.
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• Represent the business professionally during external inspections and meetings.
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Environmental Management\n

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• Oversee waste management activities and environmental compliance.
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• Ensure waste handling, storage, transportation, and disposal comply with legislation.
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• Provide technical guidance on environmental matters including emissions, waste, and environmental permitting.
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Skills & Experience\n
\nEssential\n

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• Degree or equivalent experience in Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
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• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional Health & Safety qualification.
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• Strong knowledge of UK EHS legislation within a manufacturing or process industry environment.
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• Experience working within highly regulated manufacturing operations.
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• Proven experience implementing EHS management systems and driving compliance.
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• Strong background in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
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Desirable\n

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• Chartered membership (or working towards) of a recognised professional body (e.g. IOSH or IEMA).
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• Experience managing environmental compliance, permitting, and waste management.
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Key Competencies\n

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• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
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• Excellent communication and influencing ability across all levels of the organisation.
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• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
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• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
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• High levels of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
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• Ability to lead cultural change and embed best practice throughout a manufacturing environment.
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Why Apply?\n

This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised manufacturing organisation where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping EHS strategy, influencing senior leadership, and driving continuous improvement within a highly regulated environment. The business offers genuine autonomy, long-term career development, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both operational performance and workplace safety.

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