EHS Engineer

EHS Engineer (Temporary)

Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Thursday 08:00-16:30, Friday 08:00-16:00) Reporting to: EHS Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and experienced EHS Engineer to join our team on a temporary basis. This role will play a key part in strengthening Environmental, Health & Safety compliance and risk management across our operations.

The initial focus will be on clearing a backlog of risk assessments and COSHH assessments, while also contributing more broadly to the EHS management system and ongoing compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead the completion and review of risk assessments and COSHH assessments across site operations
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• Develop, maintain, and improve risk assessment and COSHH registers
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• Support the effective operation of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 management systems
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• Participate in incident investigations using structured methodologies (e.g. 8D)
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• Support internal EHS audits and compliance monitoring
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• Contribute to the review and maintenance of the legal compliance register and statutory obligations
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• Maintain EHS records, registers, and required documentation
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• Support emergency preparedness and response planning, including drills and audits
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• Deliver EHS training across the site
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Candidate Requirements

Essential:

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• NEBOSH Certificate (or actively working towards it)
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• Proven experience in conducting risk assessments and COSHH assessments in a manufacturing or industrial environment
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• Strong working knowledge of UK EHS legislation
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• Experience supporting or working within ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 systems
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• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
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Desirable:

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• Direct experience working with hazardous chemicals and COSHH management
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• Experience with ISO 50001
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• HNC/HND in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, or similar)
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Key Skills & Attributes

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• Proactive, self-motivated, and takes ownership of tasks
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• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
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• Practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving
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• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail
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• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
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• Collaborative team player who builds positive working relationships
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This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated EHS professional to make a real impact on a temporary basis within a dynamic manufacturing environment.