Job Description
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider throughout the UK, Europe and many other countries in the world. The below client is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation.
Job Title: Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Assistant
Location: Cambridge
Work Type: Contract
Part-time: 2 days per week / 16 hours per week
WorkType : Onsite
Job Description:
* The EHS Assistant will support the delivery of Environment, Health & Safety programmes across UK Research & Development (R&D) sites.
* The role is critical in ensuring compliance with UK EHS regulations, internal standards, and best practices, while supporting continuous improvement in EHS performance.
* The position reports directly to the GWE R&D EHS Lead and is site-based in Cambridge.
Key Responsibilities:
Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)
* Ensure SSOW compliance across R&D sites.
* Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
* Issue permits to work and communicate requirements to relevant personnel.
* Conduct performance checks on contractor activities to ensure work is executed in line with approved RAMS.
* Stop work where unsafe practices or methods are observed.
Statutory Inspections
* Coordinate and manage statutory inspection schedules.
* Track follow-up actions and ensure timely closure.
Audits & Inspections
* Support audit preparation activities.
* Ensure corrective actions are completed within agreed timelines.
* Carry out routine workplace inspections.
Declaration of Conformity
* Assist with the management and maintenance of Declaration of Conformity documentation.
* Ensure equipment complies with relevant regulatory and safety standards.
Risk Assessment
* Support completion and review of risk assessments.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to implement and maintain effective safety controls.
Change Control
* Participate in change control processes to assess EHS risks linked to new equipment, materials, or processes.
* Work with cross-functional teams to define and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures.
Incident Investigation
* Conduct initial reviews and investigations of EHS incidents, near misses, and good saves.
* Perform root cause analysis and maintain investigation documentation.
* Support the development and tracking of corrective and preventive action plans.
Communication & Engagement
* Support responses to the UK R&D EHS group mailbox.
* Compile EHS communications and promotional content for internal programmes.
Documentation & Reporting
* Support the creation and review of EHS procedures.
* Contribute to data analysis, trend identification, and preparation of EHS performance reports.
Continuous Improvement
* Promote a strong EHS culture focused on continuous improvement, best practice, and operational excellence.
Key Skills & Competencies
* Strong knowledge of UK EHS regulations and best practices.
* Practical understanding of Risk Assessment, Incident Investigation, Auditing, and Safe Systems of Work.
* Excellent organisational and documentation skills.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and report/procedure preparation.
Qualifications & Experience
* NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
* Practical experience in an EHS or Health & Safety role, including involvement in EHS improvement initiatives.
* Pharmaceutical industry experience is advantageous.
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.