Senior ehs advisor

Company Overview:

Founded in 1999, Asymchem is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) supporting leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies with drug R&D and manufacturing services. Our mission is to enable smarter, greener, and more cost-effective manufacturing that helps bring new medicines from clinical development to commercialization. With eight manufacturing facilities worldwide, we provide services spanning R&D, cGMP production of advanced intermediates, APIs, formulations, and clinical research support. Asymchem Group is headquartered in Tianjin, China.

Our research laboratories and small-molecule API pilot plant at Discovery Park in Sandwich, UK, are our flagship European R&D site. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their career to join a collaborative, innovative team, gain valuable hands-on experience, and develop within a scientific and manufacturing environment.

What we offer

We offer competitive pay, a flexible benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans, the option to buy or sell holiday, and a strong work-life balance. You will also have opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues, build practical skills, and develop your career in a supportive environment.

Position Summary:

As a Senior EHS Advisor, you will play an important role within our site EHS team, supporting Environmental Health and Safety across both the Development Laboratories and Drug Substance Manufacturing areas. This is a great opportunity to bring your experience into a varied and visible role, work closely with colleagues across the site, and help shape high standards, continuous improvement, and a safe, effective working environment within a growing organisation.

At Asymchem you will have the opportunity to

• Act as a subject matter expert ensuring site compliance with health and safety legislation as it applies to both laboratory and Manufacturing teams.
• Manage and Analyze EHS data to identify trends and inform decision making to identify improvements, ensuring that systems meet internal and external auditor expectations.
• Lead and support complex EHS based investigations and associated action outcomes, working proactively to deliver high quality completed records, investigations, and associated actions on time.
• Develop and lead sustainability programmes to support both laboratory and manufacturing teams and manage the collection of Scope 1,2 and 3 data to support the site environmental programme.
• Support assessment of EHS implications of changes, ensuring risks are identified and controls and implemented optimally.
• Apply data and PDCA to support continuous improvement of systems that will maintain or enhance EHS systems across the site.
• Deliver the Risk Assessment programme within the development laboratories, ensuring required controls are well defined and implemented.
• Lead internal and external audit programme activities and support the implementation of potential improvements.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Certification in NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, IOSH or equivalent.
• Strong Knowledge of UK EHS legislation, risk assessment methodologies and investigation practices.
• Experience in a UK based EHS role including experience in laboratory safety practices and manufacturing operations.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work well with others and communicate clearly.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage time effectively across multiple tasks.

Desirable Experience

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry or other similar industries including chemical and FMCG.
• Experience of delivering Environmental and Sustainability programs
• Experience in the management of hazards of highly potent compounds.

Company Values

At Asymchem, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual feels valued, supported, and able to thrive. We believe diversity drives innovation and success, and we provide development opportunities to help our people grow in their careers.

Join us and build your career in a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusion matters, and your contribution can make a real difference from the start.