EHS Engineer

EHS Engineer (Temporary)

Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Thursday 08:00-16:30, Friday 08:00-16:00) Reporting to: EHS Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and experienced EHS Engineer to join our team on a temporary basis. This role will play a key part in strengthening Environmental, Health & Safety compliance and risk management across our operations.

The initial focus will be on clearing a backlog of risk assessments and COSHH assessments, while also contributing more broadly to the EHS management system and ongoing compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the completion and review of risk assessments and COSHH assessments across site operations
• Develop, maintain, and improve risk assessment and COSHH registers
• Support the effective operation of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 management systems
• Participate in incident investigations using structured methodologies (e.g. 8D)
• Support internal EHS audits and compliance monitoring
• Contribute to the review and maintenance of the legal compliance register and statutory obligations
• Maintain EHS records, registers, and required documentation
• Support emergency preparedness and response planning, including drills and audits
• Deliver EHS training across the site

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• NEBOSH Certificate (or actively working towards it)
• Proven experience in conducting risk assessments and COSHH assessments in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong working knowledge of UK EHS legislation
• Experience supporting or working within ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 systems
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively

Desirable:

• Direct experience working with hazardous chemicals and COSHH management
• Experience with ISO 50001
• HNC/HND in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, or similar)

Key Skills & Attributes

• Proactive, self-motivated, and takes ownership of tasks
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving
• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative team player who builds positive working relationships

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated EHS professional to make a real impact on a temporary basis within a dynamic manufacturing environment.