We are seeking a Health and Safety Professional to join the site UK EHS Team, with a specific focus on supporting and improving safety practices within a life sciences facility.
This role will assist in maintaining compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, supporting risk assessments, COSHH management, Incident management, industrial hygiene practices and promoting a strong safety culture throughout the site.
Role: EHS Specialist
Role Type: Permanent
Direct Report: Head of EH&S, UK
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Location: Alderley Park, Macclesfield, SK10 4TG.
Our Company
Cyprotex is part of the Evotec Group, a global leader in research. With state-of-the-art facilities and technical expertise, we provide innovative and bespoke assurance tailored to each of our client's needs. Cyprotex specialises in in vitro and in silico ADME-Tox services.
Our Alderley Park site is set in the heart of Cheshire surrounded by a stunning 400-acre estate, open green spaces, and sweeping viewpoints, all within easy reach of Merseyside and Greater Manchester, Staffordshire, and Shropshire. Easy access to public transport.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support Site Health & Safety Team: Assist in the implementation and continuous improvement of site-wide safety programs, ensuring alignment with company and regulatory requirements.
* Regulatory Compliance: Help ensure adherence to UK HSE regulations, COSHH, MHRA, and other relevant industry and local standards.
* Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Support the team in hazard identification, risk assessment, process safety evaluations, and job safety analyses to proactively minimise risks.
* Incident Investigation & Reporting: Assist in investigating accidents, near misses, and safety breaches, contributing to root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
* Support the delivery of an industrial hygiene monitoring programme and the effective delivery of appropriate occupational health provisions.
* Training & Awareness: Help coordinate and deliver EHS training programs for employees, contractors, and leadership teams to reinforce a culture of safety.
* Safety Audits & Inspections: Conduct and support regular workplace safety audits, compliance checks, and environmental monitoring to uphold best practices.
* Emergency Preparedness: Assist in developing and maintaining emergency response plans, spill control procedures, and fire safety programs, including participation in drills and training exercises.
* Collaboration & Leadership: Work closely with engineering, production, quality assurance, and maintenance teams to integrate safety measures into daily operations.
* General Site Support: Provide hands-on assistance with various on-site safety activities, such supporting EHS committees, employee well-being initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
Qualifications & Experience
* NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent certification required; NEBOSH Diploma preferred.
* Must have previous health and safety experience,
* Practical experience of health and safety activities within life sciences organisations.
* Experience delivering industrial hygiene monitoring programmes preferred.
* Strong analytical skills with experience in risk management, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
* Ability to contribute to emergency response planning and implement corrective and preventive measures.
IWe offer a competitive salary and benefits package
* Pension on completion (but not subject to) of your 3-month probationary period. Contributions 5% for employees (salary sacrifice) and 5% for the employer. The employee can opt to increase their contribution and the employer will match the increase up to a maximum of 7.5%.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional length of service days awarded on the anniversary, up to a maximum of 30 days
* Private health insurance with BUPA for the employee and their partner/family under the company scheme
* Well being support 24/7 and counselling services
* Permanent health insurance provides 75% of the base salary after the qualifying period
* Eligibility to participate in the Company Bonus Scheme. This is a discretionary benefit.
* Cycle to work scheme
* Refer a friend scheme, team and annual events, recognition awards and many more
Onsite Facilities
* Company pays for secure onsite parking
* Restaurant, Café, and a Gastro pub
* Gym and workout studio, running, walking, and cycling routes
* Good public transport links with the shuttle bus service.
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