Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Ashton in Makerfield St. Helens
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
EHS II
Location: Ashton in Makerfield
Salary: Competitive
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
The Role
We are currently recruiting for an EHS II professional to join a regulated manufacturing site in Ashton in Makerfield.
This is a hands-on opportunity for an EHS professional looking to develop their career within a manufacturing or industrial environment. You will support the site with day-to-day Environmental, Health & Safety activities, helping to maintain compliance, improve standards and promote a positive safety culture.
Working closely with site management and operational teams, you will assist with inspections, audits, training, incident investigations and environmental responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the implementation and maintenance of site Environmental, Health & Safety procedures.
* Carry out regular workplace inspections, safety checks and audits.
* Assist with incident, accident and near-miss investigations and follow up corrective actions.
* Support risk assessments, COSHH assessments and safe working procedures.
* Assist with EHS training, toolbox talks and employee awareness initiatives.
* Help monitor compliance with UK Health & Safety and environmental legislation.
* Support the maintenance of ISO 14001 and other relevant management systems.
* Assist with environmental permits, waste management and regulatory requirements.
* Monitor waste segregation and support improvements in environmental performance.
* Work with employees and contractors to ensure site safety standards are maintained.
* Maintain accurate EHS records, reports and documentation.
* Identify hazards and recommend practical actions to reduce workplace risk.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives across Health, Safety and Environmental performance.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
* Previous experience in an EHS, HSE, QHSE or Health & Safety role.
* Experience within a manufacturing, industrial, chemical or process environment would be advantageous.
* A good understanding of workplace Health & Safety principles.
* Knowledge of risk assessments, incident reporting and workplace inspections.
* Good awareness of environmental responsibilities, including waste management.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Good attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
* A proactive approach to identifying and resolving safety issues.
* The confidence to communicate with employees, contractors and management.
* A willingness to learn and develop within an EHS career.
Desirable
* NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent.
* IOSH qualification.
* Experience working within a COMAH or other regulated manufacturing environment.
* Knowledge of ISO 14001 or environmental management systems.
* Experience with COSHH, risk assessments and incident investigations.
The Package
Competitive salary depending on experience.
Permanent, full-time position.
Opportunity to develop within an established manufacturing environment.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Exposure to Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities.
Apply Today
If you are an EHS Advisor, EHS Coordinator, HSE Advisor, Health & Safety Advisor or EHS II professional looking for your next opportunity in Ashton in Makerfield, we would be keen to hear from you