At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safe and compliant operations at the new Weybridge Innovation Facility.
- Company: Join Haleon, a leader in health and wellness innovation.
- Benefits: 12-month fixed contract with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to inclusivity and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on safety and compliance from Day 1.
- Qualifications: Experience in EHS management and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Partner with Haleon teams and third parties to support set‑up, relocation and activation of the new Weybridge Innovation Facility. Act as the Environment Health and Safety Specialist for laboratories, warehouse operations and office/workplace environments, ensuring safe, compliant operations from Day 1. Design, implement and embed site‑specific EHS systems, procedures and training to support construction, commissioning, move‑in and steady‑state operation.
Scope of Role: UK‑based role with Weybridge St George’s (WSG) as the home site, with regular presence required at the new facility nearby. Fixed 12‑month contract.
- EHS Set‑up and Readiness: Develop and implement site‑specific EHS management systems, policies and procedures for laboratories, warehouses and workplace areas. Embed EHS requirements into fit‑out, commissioning, handover and occupation activities with project, design and facilities teams. Complete risk assessments, task analyses and hazard reviews for new spaces, equipment, processes and work practices. Support compliance with UK HSE, environmental, fire safety, hazardous materials and Haleon Duty Holder requirements.
- Operational Safety: Work with the WSG EHS team to establish laboratory safety frameworks, including chemical hygiene, SDS management, hazardous materials storage, waste handling and emergency response. Develop controls for warehouse, contractor, material handling, forklift and equipment activities. Implement safe systems of work for office and workplace environments, including DSE, ergonomics, fire safety, evacuation and wellbeing. Act as the site EHS subject‑matter expert during initial operations.
- Training, Go‑live and Continuous Improvement: Design and deliver EHS induction, relocation and role‑specific training for laboratory, warehouse, facilities and office‑based teams. Establish training records, competence checks and refresher cycles before go‑live. Support commissioning, readiness reviews and phased occupation, including transfer of EHS responsibilities from construction to operations. Lead early incident prevention, near‑miss reporting, audits, investigations, corrective actions and EHS KPI reporting.
- Stakeholder and Regulatory Engagement: Contribute to the operations transfer core team and act as the primary site EHS interface for internal stakeholders, contractors and regulators. Support audits, inspections and compliance reporting during and after transition. Align site practices with Haleon corporate EHS standards and governance.
Behaviours: Role model Haleon culture by unlocking value at pace by taking accountability for key project milestones. Collaborating for impact with sub‑team leads, technical teams and third parties. Building enthusiasm, accountability and teamwork while supporting others to close knowledge gaps.
Equal Opportunities: Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people.
