Yolk Recruitment is supporting an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior EHS Coordinator to join a well-established and innovative manufacturing site based in Exeter. This is a full-time, permanent role where you'll take the lead on EHS compliance, deliver critical training and development, and play a key part in shaping a strong safety culture. If you're passionate about health, safety, sustainability, and making a real impact, this could be your next move.
Role Overview
As the Senior EHS Coordinator, you'll lead on all aspects of environmental, health, and safety at a high-performing manufacturing plant. Your responsibilities include overseeing compliance and risk assessments, driving behavioural safety, and managing occupational health programmes to ensure a safe, sustainable, and legally compliant workplace.
Key Responsibilities
1. Ensure full compliance with UK EHS legislation and internal company standards.
2. Provide technical support and advice on all Environmental, Health, and Safety matters.
3. Design and deliver EHS training, including risk assessments, toolbox talks, permits to work, and emergency procedures.
4. Maintain accurate training records, compliance matrices, and surveillance schedules.
5. Lead internal audits and support external regulatory audits.
6. Manage occupational health programs and liaise with service providers.
7. Maintain and develop COSHH management systems and procedures.
8. Support and develop a network of shopfloor EHS Coordinators across the site.
9. Report, investigate, and act on incidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
10. Lead and participate in the site emergency response team.
11. Maintain legal compliance documentation, including H&S Legal Register and risk assessments.
12. Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Engineering, HR, Operations, and more.
13. Engage with external stakeholders such as contractors, regulators, councils, and insurance bodies.
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience in EHS roles within engineering or manufacturing sectors.
* NEBOSH Certificate.
* Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits
* WPA Health Cash Back Plan
* Life Assurance (up to 6x annual salary)
* Pension salary sacrifice scheme (up to 10% through salary sacrifice)
If you believe you have the skills, experience, and passion to succeed as a Senior EHS Coordinator, we encourage you to apply.
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