243 Environmental Health And Safety Specialist jobs in the United Kingdom

EHS Projects Support

Location: Desford

Department: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)

Reports To: Senior Manager EHS

Contract Type: 12 months (likely to extend)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and experienced EHS Projects Support contractor to support the execution of Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role will focus on delivering key EHS projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement in safety performance and environmental stewardship and alignment to our strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management:
• Lead and support EHS-related projects such as risk assessments, safety system upgrades, environmental compliance initiatives, and ergonomic improvements.
• Compliance & Standards:
• Ensure all projects align with local, national, and international EHS regulations and company standards.
• Data Analysis & Reporting:
• Collect, analyze, and report EHS metrics to track project progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, and maintenance to implement EHS solutions effectively.
• Training & Communication:
• Develop and deliver training materials and communications to support project rollouts and promote EHS awareness.
• Audit & Inspection Support:
• Assist in preparing for internal and external audits, and support corrective actions related to project activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in EHS roles within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Proven experience managing EHS projects from concept to completion.
• Strong knowledge of UK EHS regulations
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.

Working Conditions:

• Full time on-site role in a manufacturing facility with occasional exposure to industrial environments.

Click Apply to learn more!

SRG are delighted to be working with a chemicals & pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in the Greater Glasgow area who operate at the forefront of innovation and quality within the life sciences sector. As part of continued expansion plans they are now recruiting for an experienced EHS Specialist.

Role Overview

As the EHS specialist you will be responsible for providing expert-level support around environmental health & safety across the manufacturing site, with a key focus on the manufacturing floor and office spaces. You will ensure compliance with HSE Legislation whilst maintaining internal standards.

You will conduct risk assessments, audits and incident investigations across new and existing site areas and report findings back to senior leadership and key stakeholders. You will also play a major part in implementing a positive EHS culture across the workplace and staff base.

The Right Candidate

• Demonstrable experience working in a health & safety focussed role
• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry - pharma/chemical manufacturing preferred
• NEBOSH Certificate - diploma preferred
• Working knowledge of ISO45001 and 14001

The Site Safety & Health Specialist will support the site project management team to deliver project specific Safety & Health management, leadership, and advice at the field location. This position will create and implement safety policies, procedures, processes and plans to ensure a safe, healthy, and incident-free work site in a heavy construction, high compliance environment.

To support all site operations with health, safety, and compliance to ensure that the planned work is delivered safely and on time, and to standard. Provide support and guidance to members of the site management and delivery team on your allocated projects and support the UK Health & Safety Manager with the implementation and development of all policies, procedures, processes, and plans.

Complete all necessary internal reporting to a high standard and lead by example when interfacing with external parties such as clients, project stakeholders, consultants, subcontractors, enforcement agencies, local planning authorities & statutory bodies.

Ideally the individual should have experience of working in live substations or on new substation builds.

EHS Projects Support

Location: Desford

Contract Duration: 12 months (possible extension)

Estimated Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rate: up to £35.61 Umbrella per hour

Work Arrangement: Full-time, on-site

Working Hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–16:30, Friday 08:00–12:30 (flexibility available for school runs, etc.)

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of EHS projects across the facility.
• Assist in determining the strategic portfolio of EHS initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to drive project execution and compliance.
• Collect, analyse, and report on EHS data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to maintaining and enhancing a strong EHS culture across all departments.
• Ensure all projects adhere to UK EHS regulations and internal safety standards.

Key Skills & Experience

Top 3 Must-Have Skills:

• Strong knowledge of UK EHS regulations and relevant UK-based qualifications.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a similar EHS project or support role.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Power BI is highly advantageous.
• Background in manufacturing or industrial environments (non-food) is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a dynamic, evolving team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Must hold UK-recognised EHS qualifications.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced EHS Projects Support to support the execution of Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role will focus on delivering key EHS projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement in safety performance and environmental stewardship and alignment to our strategic direction. The ideal candidate will bring experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies, along with a strong understanding of sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Lead and support EHS-related projects such as risk assessments, safety system upgrades, environmental compliance initiatives, and ergonomic improvements.

Compliance & Standards:

• Ensure all projects align with local, national, and international EHS regulations and company standards.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Collect, analyze, and report EHS metrics to track project progress and identify areas for improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, and maintenance to implement EHS solutions effectively.

Training & Communication:

• Develop and deliver training materials and communications to support project rollouts and promote EHS awareness.

Audit & Inspection Support:

• Assist in preparing for internal and external audits, and support corrective actions related to project activities.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in EHS roles within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Proven experience managing EHS projects from concept to completion.
• Strong knowledge of UK EHS regulations
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.

• EHS Specialist (Environmental Health and Safety Consultant)
• Hybrid-Working – Stockley Park, Uxbridge (3 days office / 2 days remote working)
• Contract (6 months)
• c£35.00 to £40.00 per hour (via Umbrella)

The Role:

Our client is currently on the lookout for an experienced EHS Specialist to assist in the provision of Health and Safety activities across their offices.

This role would suit an individual with a good knowledge of risk assessments, incident reporting and ergonomic assessments who is looking to work with a global organisation.

The opportunity will see you working for a global leader in biotechnology and ground-breaking medicines from their UK HQ in West London and who are the very forefront of their industry sector.

Skills and Experience:

• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent minimum
• Three years plus of relevant Environmental, Health and Safety experience
• Minimum of two year’s work experience in a Health and Safety role within a corporate office environment (ideally for a global business with multiple office locations)
• Previous experience in providing guidance and support in establishing a risk-based culture and approach to managing safety
• Able to produce detailed risk assessments and working with stakeholders to create efficient improvement plans
• Highly proficient in MS office (Including Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)
• Laboratory Health and safety experience would be a plus, but not essential
• Positive, can-do attitude is necessary and candidate must be a team player

Role and Responsibilities:

• Conduct and/or support risk assessments and other consultancy services to control workplace hazards
• Support and manage interactions between sites in EMEA with Consultants and arrange gap assessments, risk assessments, training, SOP development, ergonomic assessments and general coordination of site visits
• Carry out risk assessments (general, back-to-work, pregnancy, ergonomic, etc.), as required, for the EMEA offices
• Policies, procedures and reporting to ensure compliance
• EH&S Programmes, Projects and General Support
• Support EH&S initiatives and campaigns at the UK offices physically and remotely for other countries

NB: The role will require site attendance three days per week in Stockley Park, Uxbridge, plus two days WFH.

Applications:

Please call Edward Laing here at ISR Recruitment on to learn more about our global client and how you can support their ongoing Environmental, Health and Safety initiatives and programmes based in Uxbridge, West London?

EHS Projects Support

Location: Desford

Department: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)

Reports To: Senior Manager EHS

Contract Type: 12 months (likely to extend)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and experienced EHS Projects Support contractor to support the execution of Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role will focus on delivering key EHS projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement in safety performance and environmental stewardship and alignment to our strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management:
• Lead and support EHS-related projects such as risk assessments, safety system upgrades, environmental compliance initiatives, and ergonomic improvements.
• Compliance & Standards:
• Ensure all projects align with local, national, and international EHS regulations and company standards.
• Data Analysis & Reporting:
• Collect, analyze, and report EHS metrics to track project progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, and maintenance to implement EHS solutions effectively.
• Training & Communication:
• Develop and deliver training materials and communications to support project rollouts and promote EHS awareness.
• Audit & Inspection Support:
• Assist in preparing for internal and external audits, and support corrective actions related to project activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in EHS roles within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Proven experience managing EHS projects from concept to completion.
• Strong knowledge of UK EHS regulations
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.

Working Conditions:

• Full time on-site role in a manufacturing facility with occasional exposure to industrial environments.

Click Apply to learn more!

SRG are delighted to be working with a chemicals & pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in the Greater Glasgow area who operate at the forefront of innovation and quality within the life sciences sector. As part of continued expansion plans they are now recruiting for an experienced EHS Specialist.

Role Overview

As the EHS specialist you will be responsible for providing expert-level support around environmental health & safety across the manufacturing site, with a key focus on the manufacturing floor and office spaces. You will ensure compliance with HSE Legislation whilst maintaining internal standards.

You will conduct risk assessments, audits and incident investigations across new and existing site areas and report findings back to senior leadership and key stakeholders. You will also play a major part in implementing a positive EHS culture across the workplace and staff base.

The Right Candidate

• Demonstrable experience working in a health & safety focussed role
• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry - pharma/chemical manufacturing preferred
• NEBOSH Certificate - diploma preferred
• Working knowledge of ISO45001 and 14001

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS programs and policies.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for potential hazards.
• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant national and local EHS legislation and regulations.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees at all levels.
• Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections, documenting findings and ensuring follow-up actions are completed.
• Prepare and submit EHS reports to management and regulatory agencies as required.
• Advise management on EHS best practices and potential liabilities.
• Coordinate with external EHS consultants and regulatory bodies when necessary.
• Manage emergency preparedness and response plans.
• Monitor environmental impact and implement sustainable practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in an EHS role, with a strong focus on industrial or manufacturing settings.
• Professional certifications such as NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK EHS legislation and best practices.
• Proven experience in risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation.
• Excellent communication, training, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Proficiency in EHS management software and standard office applications.
• A proactive and diligent approach to safety and environmental stewardship.