EHS Manager
Hays Health & Safety are excited to be working with a leading global manufacturer with a strong presence in the North Wales/Cheshire region to find an experienced EHS Manager to join their expanding site. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role at a time of significant investment and transformation.
The site has recently undergone a major investment programme, with further expansion underway, making this a pivotal moment to influence the future of safety, wellbeing, and environmental standards across the operation.
The Role
As the EHS Manager, you will lead a team responsible for driving a proactive safety culture and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and internal standards. You’ll play a key role in shaping the site’s strategic approach to health, safety, and environmental performance, while also supporting employee wellbeing through occupational health initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and develop the EHS team to deliver site-wide initiatives.
2. Ensure compliance with UK legislation, corporate policies, and ISO14001 standards
3. Act as the site lead for audits, inspections, and emergency response planning
4. Promote a culture of continuous improvement through training, engagement, and performance tracking
5. Collaborate with Occupational Health professionals to support employee health and wellbeing
6. Represent the site in global forums and liaise with external regulatory bodies.
What you'll need to succeed
7. Proven experience leading an EHS team in a similar role to achieve success
8. Background in a Manufacturing Facility
9. Strong working knowledge of UK EHS legislation and best practices
10. Experience implementing and managing ISO14001 or equivalent systems
What's on offer?
A generous salary of 60 - 68k DOE is on offer for the right candidate, alongside a generous holiday allowance, pension and private healthcare. # 4705355