About The Role
Motability Operations is recruiting an Environment, Health & Safety Manager to join our team in Coalville on a full‑time, permanent basis. This role is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal part in the development and safe operation of our state‑of‑the‑art vehicle conditioning centre. At the forefront of innovation and operational excellence, you will lead the delivery of environmental, health and safety (EHS) performance and compliance across a dynamic, high‑volume environment, including vehicle movements, repair activities, ventilation systems, and the effective management of environmental impacts such as waste, emissions and resource use.
With Coalville as the primary focus, the role also offers the opportunity to collaborate with and support established teams in Bristol, London and Edinburgh, sharing best practice and strengthening EHS performance across the wider network. You will help ensure that robust environmental and safety standards are maintained and continuously improved, contributing to a positive safety culture.
Responsibilities
* Support and deliver the annual EHS plan, aligned to company objectives and site priorities.
* Oversee environmental compliance and performance across the site, including waste streams, emissions and initiatives to reduce environmental impact.
* Act as Duty Holder for incident investigations, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and that corrective actions are implemented, tracked and closed out effectively.
* Maintain and continuously improve EHS management systems in line with ISO14001, ISO45001 and ISO41001 standards.
* Line manage the EHS Specialist, including performance management and development, ensuring effective delivery of EHS activities.
* Work closely with the Head of Workplace Strategy and wider teams to coordinate internal and external audits and inspections.
* Collate, analyse and report on EHS data to support business reporting requirements.
* Promote and support the implementation of EHS initiatives, ensuring they are embedded in day‑to‑day operations.
* Deliver EHS training and oversee the development of training materials, providing coaching and guidance as required.
* Oversee the development and review of risk assessments, ensuring they are robust, compliant and effectively implemented.
* Undertake and oversee environmental impact assessments, ensuring appropriate controls and mitigations are in place.
* Maintain the EHS aspects and legal compliance register, ensuring it remains accurate and up to date.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will be a pragmatic and engaging EHS professional, confident in working within a fast‑paced operational environment. You will bring a collaborative approach, working alongside the business to deliver practical, proportionate solutions that support both EHS and operational effectiveness.
Customer Focus & Collaboration
* Works collaboratively across functions, adopting a 'one team' approach to achieve shared goals.
* Builds strong, credible relationships to understand operational needs and challenges.
* Takes a pragmatic approach to EHS, balancing compliance requirements with operational realities.
* Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership, taking issues from identification through to resolution and ensuring outcomes are delivered to a high standard.
* Confident in providing clear, practical advice and influencing positive outcomes.
* Approachable and supportive, acting as a trusted point of contact for EHS guidance.
Service Delivery & Operational Support
* Demonstrates a practical understanding of environmental management and its application within a complex operational setting.
* Experience operating in a management or supervisory role, with the ability to support, guide and develop others.
* Strong attention to detail, uses data and insight to identify trends and support continuous improvement.
* Visible and hands‑on, engaging regularly with teams on site to understand risks and drive improvements.
* Good working knowledge of EHS legislation and best practice, with the ability to apply these in a practical way.
* Able to prepare reports, presentations and performance data as required.
Supplier & Compliance Awareness
* Understands the importance of effective contractor and supplier management in maintaining compliance.
* Confident in working with compliance systems and documentation, ensuring records are accurate and maintained.
* Aware of procurement processes and able to provide practical EHS input.
* Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset, seeking opportunities to enhance EHS performance.
Minimum Criteria
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 qualification), or equivalent practical EHS experience supported by a NEBOSH General Certificate.
* Experience in an EHS role within a complex operational or high‑risk environment.
* Experience supporting or maintaining EHS management systems aligned to ISO standards.
* Good working knowledge of UK EHS legislation and its practical application.
* Experience leading incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
* Ability to analyse information and use data to support continuous improvement.
Benefits
* Annual discretionary bonus.
* 15% non‑contributory pension (9% during probation).
* Life assurance at 4× basic salary.
* Employee discount scheme.
* Discounted Electric/Hybrid Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
* Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme.
* 28 days annual leave with option to purchase and sell days.
* Funded Private Medical Insurance cover and critical illness insurance.
* Free access to healthcare apps such as Peppy, Unmind, Aviva Digital GP.
* Funded health screening for over 50s.
* 1 day per year to volunteer (paid).
* Access to a fully accessible company allotment.
* Access to a prayer room and quiet spaces.
* Voluntary benefits: Dental insurance, health and cancer screenings for you and your partner, discounted gym memberships, charitable giving.
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