Environmental H&S Leader

Environmental Health & Safety Lead

• In this key role you will support the EHS Manager in delivering all aspects of EHS in a food manufacturing site.
• Leading day-to-day management of EHS operations & manage two other individuals.
• You will ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, overseeing a proactive safety culture, & supporting CI to protect people, property, & the environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the EHS department, including in absence of the EHS Manager
• Regularly review & update risk assessments, safe operating procedures, work instructions, & site's safety statement
• Monitor & analyse incident reports & safety metrics; ensure daily performance statistics are compiled & presented to the operations team
• Oversee prompt investigation & documentation of accidents, incidents, & near misses.
• Support managers in developing & implementing corrective actions
• Manage the internal audit program; conduct safety inspections, generate reports, & coordinate with department representatives to ensure timely close-out of findings
• Proactively identify opportunities for safety performance improvement & support the development of site-wide EHS initiatives in collaboration with the EHS Manager
• Support preparation & readiness for external regulatory & compliance audits
• Co-ordinate safety-related training, ensuring all mandatory & ongoing training needs are met on schedule.
• Maintain & update the training matrix
• Create & deliver EHS communications, including toolbox talks & safety alerts, to reinforce a strong safety culture across the site
• Manage site emergency preparedness programs, including fire & chemical safety, & workplace vehicle protocols
• Oversee contractor safety in partnership with the engineering dept; deliver contractor training, reviewing documentation, & conduct audits of contractor activities

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

Essential Skills: -

• Excellent communication skills both oral and written - clearly explain safety procedures across all levels of the organisation
• Experience managing a team.
• Able to hit the ground running.
• Level 8 qualification in H&S or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years' experience in a manufacturing or high-risk environment
• Manual Handling Instructor certification
• Train the Trainer qualification
• Occupational First Aid certification
• Good attention to detail, with excellent administrative, reporting, & literacy skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office & EHS-related software platforms
• Self-motivated, capable of working independently & as part of a cross-functional team
• Be able to undertake some travel.

Benefits: A competitive salary and benefits package.