Environment health safety lead

We are looking for an experienced EHS Lead to shape and deliver the Environmental, Health & Safety strategy across a growing engineering and manufacturing business during a major period of expansion.

Based in Rugby, this role will play a key part in supporting a significant factory extension project to expand steam turbine manufacturing capability, while ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance, and site security.

Location: Rugby

Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE + 15% performance bonus + company car

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement the long-term EHS strategy aligned with business growth and regulatory requirements.
• Provide EHS leadership for major CAPEX and construction projects, ensuring full compliance with CDM regulations.
• Drive a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.
• Oversee site security strategy, contractor management, and emergency preparedness.
• Ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation including PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, RIDDOR, and CDM.
• Lead environmental initiatives covering emissions, waste management, energy efficiency, and sustainability objectives.
• Manage audits, investigations, risk assessments, and engagement with regulators and senior stakeholders.

About You

• NEBOSH qualified (Chartered or working towards Chartered status) or degree qualified in a relevant discipline.
• Extensive EHS leadership experience within heavy manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments.
• Proven experience supporting large-scale factory expansion, construction, or CAPEX projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK EHS legislation, CDM regulations, and environmental compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong risk management, problem-solving, and continuous improvement mindset.

Desirable

• Experience within power generation, rotating machinery, or turbine manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence methodologies.
• Additional qualifications in fire safety, environmental management, or occupational hygiene.

Additional Information

Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain SC-level security clearance. Applications can only be considered from individuals who meet the relevant clearance requirements