Veolia | Water Tech
EHS Advisor
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EHS Advisor
EHS Advisor – Full-Time (Remote), UK
About Veolia Group
Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specialising in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia delivers innovative solutions for decarbonisation, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.
Veolia’s Water Technology Business unit brings together a team dedicated to solving some of the world’s toughest challenges in water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.
The Role
Job Title & Details
EHS Advisor | Location: UK (Remote) | Reports to: UK & Ireland EHS Lead | Salary: Up to £47,500 | Full-Time
About the Opportunity
Are you an environmental health and safety professional passionate about driving cultural change and ensuring the highest standards of EHS? Veolia is seeking a dedicated EHS Advisor to:
- Lead safety initiatives that protect people and environments
- Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where compliance, improvement, and people are our priority
- Develop your expertise while contributing to a safer, more sustainable workplace
Key Responsibilities
EHS Culture & Leadership
- Foster a positive EHS culture through policy implementation and organic engagement.
- Support the leadership team in developing, managing, and monitoring company-wide EHS performance metrics.
Compliance & Legislation
- Provide expert guidance to ensure compliance with statutory regulations, contractual obligations, and industry best practices.
- Monitor emerging EHS regulatory developments and assess their impact on operations.
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Risk Management & Auditing
- Design, maintain, and review Risk Management systems in line with Veolia standards.
- Conduct systematic audits to evaluate effectiveness, identify gaps, and drive continuous improvement.
ISO Management Systems
- Oversee company EHS processes to maintain ISO-related certifications.
- Lead the implementation and integration of ISO management systems and manage auditor relationships.
Incident Management & Reporting
- Maintain comprehensive records of accidents, incidents, and near-misses.
- Investigate all safety incidents and high-potential near-misses, documenting findings and enforcing corrective actions.
- Submit mandatory incident reports to the Health and Safety Executive within prescribed deadlines.
Training & Development
- Ensure all personnel receive appropriate EHS training, information, and instruction (both internal and external).
- Approve training programmes, maintain accurate compliance records, and ensure certifications remain current.
Supplier & Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the primary liaison with customers and supply chain partners on EHS requirements.
- Manage supplier and subcontractor compliance through EHS pre-qualification assessments before site authorisation.
Reporting & Strategic Planning
- Deliver monthly EHS performance reports to leadership and regulators.
- Establish EHS strategic plans, objectives, and benchmarks aligned with Veolia’s organisational goals.
- Provide ad-hoc analytical reports as requested by senior leadership.
Requirements
Qualifications (Essential)
✅ NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) ✅ IOSH training (or equivalent) ✅ Exposure to ISO Standards ✅ Excellent presentation skills and ability to deliver training ✅ Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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(Desirable: NEBOSH Diploma, IOSH/IIRSM membership, formal auditing/quality experience)
Experience (Essential)
✅ 3+ years in a Health & Safety role ✅ Experience in accident/incident investigation ✅ Knowledge of H&S legislation ✅ Strong communication at all levels ✅ Presentation & training capabilities ✅ Self-motivation, strong planning and organisational skills ✅ Experience with digital reporting platforms
(Desirable: Membership of a professional body like IOSH, Google Suite proficiency, experience with COSHH/chemical safety or pharma/healthcare EHS)
Benefits
Veolia Cares Benefits Package
At Veolia, we support our employees with a generous, tailored benefits programme from day one:
✔ 25 annual leave days (plus bank holidays & birthday off!) ✔ Comprehensive Pension Scheme ✔ Private Medical Insurance ✔ 24/7 Virtual GP Access + other health benefits ✔ Flexible benefits including:
- Group income protection
- Private dental/travel insurance
- Group Life & Critical Illness coverage (for you and partner)
- Equipment schemes: Work PC, car leasing, cycle-to-work ✔ Reward program to refer friends
Why Veolia?
We don’t just offer a job – we transform careers with purpose. Be part of a mission to advance ecological transformation, making a real difference for the planet and your career.
Closing Note
Veolia lives by its commitment to diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applications from everyone, without discrimination. Your passion and capability matter most.
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