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Environment, Health and Safety Manager
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EHS Manager
Location
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire (On-site)
Reporting To
Managing Director (Direct) | Divisional EHS Manager (Dotted Line)
Direct Reports
2 (Snr. EHS Advisor & Snr. Sustainability Advisor)
Are you a pragmatic, hands-on EHS leader looking to shape governance across a £23M, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility? Joining a global, industry-leading engineering parent group, you will sit on the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to lead site health, safety, environmental, and decarbonization strategies.
Why Join Us?
- World-Class Facility: Lead EHS for a mature, highly compliant site with an HSE-praised safety culture and an EcoVadis Platinum rating.
- Leadership & Autonomy: Direct access to an energetic Managing Director who champions innovation, continuous learning, and operational autonomy.
- Career Growth: High visibility across a global corporate group, opening clear pathways into broader divisional or international leadership roles.
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Key Responsibilities
- Oversee site EHS&S strategies, legal compliance, ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 standards, and EcoVadis Platinum initiatives.
- Lead high-risk safety governance including DSEAR compliance, PUWER equipment upgrades, and risk assessments.
- Act as key liaison with regulatory bodies (HSE, Environment Agency) and Group stakeholders.
- Coach and mentor operational teams to foster an engaging, proactive "zero harm" culture.
Key Requirements
- Qualifications: Level 6 Occupational Health & Safety qualification and CMIOSH status (essential).
- Experience: 5+ years leading EHS in high-risk engineering or regulated manufacturing (DSEAR, PUWER, clean/GMP, or chemical environments).
- Leadership Style: Authentic, collaborative, and pragmatic team player who builds genuine engagement without corporate bureaucracy.
- Flexibility: On-site presence supporting 24/5 shift patterns as required.
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Package & Benefits
- Base Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 per annum
- Package: Competitive enterprise benefits package including healthcare, generous pension scheme, and performance incentives.
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