Health Safety Environment Coordinator in Desford

Job description

Join Our Team as an EHS Projects Support Contractor

Location: Desford

Contract Type: 12-Month

Department: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)

Reports To: Senior Manager, EHS

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on environmental, health, and safety performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We're looking for a proactive and experienced EHS Projects Support Contractor to drive forward key initiatives that ensure compliance, foster continuous improvement, and align with our long-term strategic direction.

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic team where your work will directly influence operational excellence, sustainability, and employee wellbeing.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead Critical EHS Projects: Oversee and support impactful projects—ranging from risk assessments and ergonomic upgrades to safety system enhancements and environmental compliance programs.
• Ensure Compliance & Excellence: Align project execution with UK legislation, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and internal standards.
• Drive Insights Through Data: Track progress, analyse EHS performance metrics, and use insights to guide improvement strategies.
• Engage Across the Business: Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to deliver practical, effective EHS solutions.
• Promote a Culture of Safety: Create and deliver training materials that inspire safe behaviours and support successful project rollouts.
• Support Audits & Inspections: Be audit-ready and support any corrective actions related to EHS project activities.

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in EHS roles within industrial or manufacturing settings
• Proven ability to manage EHS projects from concept through to delivery
• Strong understanding of UK EHS regulations and best practices
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and EHS management systems

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
• Understanding of sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives

Working Environment:

• Full-time, on-site role based in our Desford manufacturing facility
• Occasional travel between sites or external meetings may be required
• Opportunity to work within a supportive team driving positive change

Why Join Us?

At the heart of our business is a commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to that mission. If you're passionate about making a real difference and bringing innovative EHS solutions to life—we want to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape a safer, greener, and more efficient future in manufacturing.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Desford

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-11-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English