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This role will enable you to support the Global Health & Safety Manager in driving substantial change in a key global manufacturing and distribution organisation undergoing significant transformation under new CEO leadership.
We are looking for an accomplished health and safety professional to lead our UK & Ireland EHS strategy, build local capability and shape a strong safety culture across multiple sites worldwide.
Base pay range
£65,000 – £70,000 (Hybrid, Wolverhampton; international travel as required)
Why you should apply for the role?
* Strategic visibility and direct engagement with Group leadership, including CEO and COO.
* A key role within a turnaround journey, moving from loss‑making to rebuild and growth.
* International remit without excessive travel (around six trips per year).
* Genuine scope to raise standards, implement systems, and influence senior stakeholders.
* Internal training and development opportunities.
Reporting to the Group EHS Lead, the Global Health and Safety Manager will:
* Own and deliver the UK&I EHS strategy, driving performance across multiple manufacturing and logistics sites.
* Build local capability and embed structured systems and processes.
* Partner with senior leaders to shape culture and influence behavioural change at all levels.
* Lead on core technical areas including machinery safety, ergonomics, incident investigation, contractor control, and risk management.
* Present performance data and KPIs at Board level, using insight to drive action and accountability.
What are they looking for?
* NEBOSH General Certificate as a minimum, Diploma or equivalent preferred.
* Proven EHS leadership experience within manufacturing and logistics environments.
* Experience managing multiple sites.
* Demonstrated ability to design and deliver multi‑site EHS programmes.
* Skilled at engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing behavioural change.
If you are interested please apply today.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
General Business
Industry
Engineering Services and Manufacturing
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