Posted: 20h ago
The role
Environmental, Health & Safety Manager
Location: West Cumbria
Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Permanent | Full Time
Adecco Workington are delighted to be recruiting exclusively for a market-leading global manufacturing organisation with an outstanding reputation for quality, innovation, and employee development.
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly successful organisation in a senior leadership role, taking ownership of Environmental, Health & Safety strategy and performance across a large manufacturing operation. Opportunities of this calibre rarely come to market within West Cumbria.
We are seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety Manager who can provide both strategic direction and hands-on leadership, driving a proactive safety culture while ensuring full compliance with all environmental and health & safety legislation.
The Opportunity
As Environmental, Health & Safety Manager, you will be the subject matter expert for all EHS matters across the site. You will work closely with senior leadership, operations, engineering and production teams to deliver best-in-class safety performance, environmental compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
This position offers genuine influence within the business and the opportunity to make a significant impact on both culture and operational performance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the site's Environmental, Health & Safety strategy
Ensure compliance with all relevant UK legislation and regulatory requirements
Maintain and develop ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems
Drive a positive and engaging safety culture across the organisation
Lead incident investigations and implement effective corrective actions
Act as the primary contact for regulatory bodies, auditors and external stakeholders
Conduct site audits, risk assessments and compliance reviews
Develop and deliver EHS training programmes across all levels of the business
Manage environmental permits, reporting obligations and waste compliance programmes
Monitor and report key EHS performance indicators
Support emergency preparedness planning and response activities
Drive ergonomic improvement projects and human factors initiatives
Partner with operational leaders to embed best practice across the business
Lead continuous improvement projects focused on safety and environmental performanceWhat We're Looking For
Significant Environmental, Health & Safety leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
Proven track record of driving cultural change and improving safety performance
Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety and Environmental legislation
Experience managing ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 systems
Excellent communication, coaching and influencing skills
Ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic and operational priorities
Experience leading audits, investigations and compliance programmes
Advanced Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and OutlookQualifications
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
NEBOSH Certificate
CMIOSH status preferred
Full UK driving licence preferred
Willingness to undertake occasional travel if requiredWhat's On Offer
Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000
Significant employee discount scheme on products
One free product allowance annually
Four-day working week
Cycle to Work scheme
Pension scheme
Private healthcare and dental cover
Life insurance
Opportunity to join a highly respected global manufacturing business
Senior leadership position with genuine influence
Excellent career development prospects
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to shape and enhance site-wide EHS culture
Long-term stability within a successful organisationIf you are an experienced EHS professional looking for a career-defining opportunity within a world-class manufacturing environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.
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