Curtiss-Wright Corporation
EHS Manager
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Environmental Health and Safety Manager
We are looking for an Environmental Health and Safety Manager to join our Christchurch Team!
Role Overview
As an Environmental Health and Safety Manager, you will monitor EHS performance through audits, inspections, performance metrics, and corrective action plans to improve compliance and operational effectiveness. Lead investigations of significant incidents, identify root causes, and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions that reduce organizational risk.
Location: Christchurch, UK
Benefits: Paid Time Off | Retirement with Employer Match | Health and Wellness Benefits | Learning and Development Opportunities | Competitive Pay | Bonus Scheme | Recognition | Employee Stock Purchase Plan | Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge
- Develop and execute EHS strategies: Align with business objectives, corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. Lead environmental, health, and safety compliance programs to identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks while protecting employees, facilities, and the environment. Monitor EHS performance through audits, inspections, performance metrics, and corrective action plans to improve compliance and operational effectiveness. (35%)
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS policies: Promote regulatory compliance and operational excellence. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, customer, and company requirements, including occupational safety, environmental protection, hazardous materials management, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, emergency preparedness, and waste management. Oversee regulatory reporting, permitting, agency inspections, and compliance documentation while maintaining effective relationships with regulatory authorities. (25%)
- Collaborate with various departments: Integrate EHS requirements into operational and strategic initiatives. Lead investigations of significant incidents, identify root causes, and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions that reduce organizational risk. Provide technical guidance on regulatory changes, emerging risks, and industry best practices to support informed business decisions. (20%)
- Lead, coach, and develop EHS professionals: Establish performance expectations, allocate resources, and support employee development. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement through effective communication, training, and leadership. Promote organizational capability by strengthening EHS knowledge, leadership effectiveness, and operational discipline across the business. (20%)
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What You Bring
- Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, environmental protection requirements, hazardous waste management, environmental compliance, industrial safety, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Experience in ISO 14001 and 45001
- Minimum NEBOSH NGC (national general certificate) or IOSH Diploma Level 6
- Experience implementing and maintaining EHS management systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with quality management systems, and experience partnering with quality organizations to improve operational performance.
- Demonstrated success leading audits, regulatory inspections, compliance initiatives, and organizational change.
- Strong leadership, coaching, organizational development, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to influence business leaders and drive cross-functional collaboration.
About Us
With over 50 years of experience in aviation technology, Curtiss-Wright's industrial Division is continuing the legacy of flight innovation, providing critical components on a variety of commercial, defense, and industrial platforms. We're a dynamic and innovative team committed to excellence in all aspects of our work.
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Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Please note that benefits are country-specific and may vary from location to location.
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Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
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