EHS Specialist

Job Description

Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator Manchester (with UK travel)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and proactive EHS Coordinator to join a dynamic team. This role involvesucha working across multiple sites ensuring compliance with safety health and environmental legislation while driving continuous improvement in workplace practices.

Employment Type:

Initially a 6month FTC
Salary: circa p/m car allowance industry leading benefits

Company Type:
Food Manufacturing

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing EHS policies procedures and rules ensuring they are regularly reviewed updated and communicated effectively.
• Conducting risk assessments for new processes and machinery collaborating with departments to establish safe systems of work.
• Providing practical and professional advice on EHS matters to colleagues and managers.
• Supporting third-party audits inspections and liaising with external bodies and associations.
• Leading monthly EHS meetings and monitoring performance through audits and inspections ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Managing accident investigations maintaining reporting systems and driving changes to prevent reoccurrence.
• Coordinating occupational health and welfare programs in conjunction with the People & Culture Team.
• Delivering in-house EHS training and mentoring Wissely foster a culture of safety.

Your Skills & Experience

Experience:

Prior experience within a health and safety department ideally in the food and drink manufacturing / food wholesale sector.

Skills:

Strong communication skills proficiency in IT (Excel EHS Management Information Systems) and a solid foundation in English and Maths.

Attributes:
Excellent attention to detail strong organisational abilities and a commitment to promoting safe practices.

The Role Offers

The opportunity to work across multiple sites and collaborate with diverse teams.

A chance to lead and influence safety initiatives contributing to the ongoing development of a robust EHS framework.

A supportive and poes (~) reliant working environment that values expertise and professional growth.