Site EHS Manager
Core
Lead the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) strategy for a complex manufacturing and R&D site, ensuring compliance, managing risk, and enabling safe business growth.
Role type
Senior EHS Manager (Site Leadership)
Builds
EHS management systems, safety culture, and regulatory compliance frameworks for a manufacturing and research environment.
Domain
Manufacturing, R&D, Medical Device/Pharmaceutical
Required skills
EHS strategy development, UK legislation compliance, risk assessment, incident investigation, team leadership, stakeholder influence, capital project oversight, audit management
Preferred skills
ISO 45001/14001 experience, Chartered professional status, Science/Engineering degree
Technologies
EHS management systems, audit tools
Responsibilities
Develop and deliver site EHS strategy aligned with business priorities; lead a team of ~9 EHS professionals; ensure compliance with UK legislation and regulatory requirements; lead risk assessments, hazard identification, and incident investigations; partner with site leadership to integrate EHS into operational plans and capital projects; drive continuous improvement and corrective actions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence