Location & Contract Details
Location: Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Prestwick, Scotland (KA9 2RW)
Duration: 12 months
Start Date: Estimated 29 January 2026
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Clearance Required: BPSS
Shift Work: No
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to join an established EHS team at a growing aerospace and engineering facility based at Prestwick. This hands‑on, site‑based role provides practical EHS support to management and employees, helping to raise standards, embed compliant processes, and support regulatory and operational requirements across the site and wider region as needed.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day‑to‑day EHS support to management and employees to achieve high EHS performance standards.
* Ensure compliance with UK Environmental, Health & Safety legislation and applicable enterprise standards.
* Act as the primary EHS point of contact on site, liaising with regulatory authorities as required.
* Prepare and maintain EHS compliance documentation, reports, and permit applications.
* Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions.
* Lead and review workplace risk assessments and develop Safe Working Instructions.
* Evaluate workplace hazards and support new projects and business activities.
* Develop and deliver EHS training, inductions, and awareness programmes.
* Review contractor, supplier, and vendor activities for EHS compliance.
* Support environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and emergency preparedness.
* Occasionally travel to support other regional sites, as required.
* Work closely with the regional EHS team to ensure consistency and best practice.
Initial Focus Areas
* Conduct detailed activity and task risk assessments.
* Implement a robust chemical management system (COSHH, REACH, PPE, procurement, training).
* Review machining, crane, and powered industrial vehicle operations.
* Enhance emergency preparedness and response arrangements.
* Establish EHS training frameworks and health surveillance programmes.
Skills & Experience
* Self‑motivated with a proactive, practical approach to safety.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Practical EHS experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or mechanical environment.
* Solid verbal and written English skills.
Qualifications
* Minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Management.
* Relevant experience as an EHS specialist or equivalent role.
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