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: Sandwich, UK
Job Type: Contract
WorkType : Onsite
Job Description:
* The EHS Assistant will support Environment, Health & Safety activities across UK R&D sites, ensuring compliance with UK EHS legislation and internal standards.
* The role involves hands-on site support, contractor oversight, audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and EHS documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)
* Ensure Safe Systems of Work are implemented and followed across R&D sites.
* Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
* Issue permits to work and communicate requirements to relevant personnel.
* Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with approved RAMS.
* Stop work where unsafe practices or conditions are observed.
Inspections, Audits & Compliance
* Coordinate and manage statutory inspection schedules and follow-up actions.
* Support audit preparation and track corrective actions to closure.
* Conduct regular workplace inspections and report findings.
Risk Assessment & Change Control
* Support the completion and review of risk assessments.
* Participate in change control processes, assessing EHS risks related to new processes, equipment, or materials.
* Work with cross-functional teams to implement appropriate risk mitigation measures.
Incident Management
* Carry out initial EHS reviews and investigations of near misses, good saves, and incidents.
* Perform root cause analysis and document findings.
* Assist in developing, tracking, and closing corrective and preventive actions.
Documentation & Communication
* Support the preparation and review of EHS procedures and documentation.
* Monitor and respond to the UK R&D EHS group email inbox.
* Compile and distribute EHS communications and promotional materials for safety initiatives.
Continuous Improvement
* Support EHS data collection, analysis, and reporting.
* Prepare performance reports to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement and EHS best practice.
Skills & Competencies
* Good knowledge of UK EHS regulations and best practices.
* Understanding of risk assessment, incident investigation, auditing, and Safe Systems of Work.
* Strong organisational and documentation skills with high attention to detail.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively with contractors and cross-functional teams.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel).
Qualifications & Experience
* NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent).
* Practical experience in an EHS or health & safety support role.
* Experience within the pharmaceutical or R&D environment is advantageous.
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.