Job Description
Health, Safety & Environment (EHS) Coordinator
Food Manufacturing
Manchester-based, with travel to sister sites
Salary, up to £35k + Benefits
Are you passionate about health, safety, and sustainability? Do you thrive on making workplaces safer, healthier, and more environmentally responsible? A leading player in the food manufacturing sector is looking for a proactive and enthusiastic EHS Coordinator to join their team based in Manchester, with travel to 2 sister sites.
This is more than just a compliance role – it’s a great opportunity to shape safety culture, lead behavioral change, and protect people and the planet.
This role offers excellent scope for growth and development.
What You’ll Be Doing
1. Coordinating and implementing EHS policies and procedures to ensure full compliance with UK legislation.
2. Supporting colleagues and managers with practical, hands-on SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) guidance.
3. Conducting and leading risk assessments, audits, and inspections across the sites.
4. Playing a key role in accident investigations and driving proactive safety improvements.
5. Championing behavioral safety and contributing to a strong safety-first culture.
6. Leading monthly EHS meetings and maintaining KPIs and management information systems.
7. Working closely with external bodies and coordinating occupational health and welfare programmes in collaboration with People & Culture teams.
8. Delivering and facilitating in-house EHS training to raise awareness and embed best practices.
Skill & Experience Needed
* A team player with excellent communication and coordination skills.
* Strong working knowledge of Excel and comfortable with data and reporting.
* Level 4 qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (essential).
* Level 4 qualification in Environmental Management (desirable).
* Experience within an H&S department, ideally in a food or drink manufacturing setting (not essential).
* A proactive, positive attitude and a genuine passion for EHS.
Why Apply?
* Work across a dynamic and varied multi-site operation.
* Be part of a business that genuinely values safety, sustainability, and its people.
* Opportunities for professional development and mentoring.
* Make a tangible impact and lead by example in a key business function.
If you’re ready to be a voice for safety and want to help build a healthier, safer workplace for all – apply now and take the next bold step in your EHS career.
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