CPL are working with a Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturing organisation in their search for an Environment, Health and Safety Assistant to join their team in Sandwich.
Summary
This is a critical role when it comes to supporting compliance with UK EHS regulations and internal standards across R&D sites, helping maintain safe systems, documentation, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) are followed; review RAMS, issue permits, and stop unsafe work.
* Coordinate statutory inspections and track follow‑up actions.
* Support audits and perform regular workplace inspections.
* Maintain Declaration of Conformity documentation.
* Assist with risk assessments and implementation of safety measures.
* Participate in change control to assess and mitigate EHS risks.
* Conduct initial reviews of incidents, near misses, and good saves; support root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
* Manage the UK R&D EHS inbox and contribute to safety communications.
* Support creation and review of EHS procedures and performance reporting.
Skills & Competencies
* Knowledge of UK EHS regulations, risk assessments, incident investigation, SSOW.
* Strong organisation, communication, and documentation skills.
* Attention to detail and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Teams.
Qualifications & Experience
* NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
* Practical EHS experience; pharmaceutical experience beneficial.
For more information, please get in touch or message jamie.keith@cpl.com