EHSQ Manager

Huntsman has an opportunity for a EHSQ Manager who will join our Polyurethanes division in Wilton, UK. The role is wide-ranging and varied across all aspects of Environmental, Health, Safety and Quality and operates as a stand-alone support service to the manufacturing site. The EHSQ Manager will lead the management, development and implementation of EHSQ programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. They will be managing a small team made of Huntsman associates and contractors and holding responsibility for all areas of EHSQ across a top tier COMAH regulated site. The role will require a hands-on approach whilst also acting in a strategic capacity as part of the Site Leadership team. The ideal candidate should have strong experience working in the field of environment, health, safety and quality, ideally in a chemical industrial setting.

Role Responsibilities:

• Take a leading role in planning, coordinating, monitoring and implementing EHSQ policies and procedures, ensuring all operations comply with relevant legislation and company standards.
• Act as the Site EHSQ representative with third parties, including neighbouring businesses, local councils, and regulatory bodies.
• Take proactive steps to develop an environment of continuous improvement for EHSQ whilst working to a ‘Zero Harm’ strategy.
• Hold budgetary responsibility for all areas of EHSQ.
• Support line management in implementing changes through the guidance and training of staff.
• Contribute to process safety studies, particularly HAZOPs hazard studies and process hazard reviews.
• Participate in Facility Siting, Hazardous Area Classification and Fire Safety Management studies.
• Drive continuous development and enhancement of safety and environmental management systems at the sites, implement and monitor health and safety policies and procedures to minimize accident rates and improve environmental performance.
• Drive EHS related culture, awareness and leadership at all levels across the organization.
• Ensure site implementation of corporate requirements, guidelines, and standards, promote definition of Huntsman EHSQ standards where required as well as implementation of best practice.
• Lead the site EHSQ KPI targets and obtain continuous improvement, ensure timely reporting of performance and corrective actions.

Experience and Competencies:

• 8-10+ years EHSQ experience operating on a chemical manufacturing site or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent EHS Qualification e.g. NEBOSH Diploma.
• Proficient in Operational and EHS standards and regulations within the Chemical, Oil, Gas or Pharmaceutical sectors.
• Working knowledge of ISO Internal Auditing processes.
• COSHH/Occupational Hygiene Training/Monitoring training Experience.
• Environmental Management System Certification is a plus.
• Understanding of Process Safety / PSSRs would be desirable.
• Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Language: English.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging stakeholders at all levels of the organization, regulatory agencies, and industry partners.
• Ability to act in line with company values and mission.
• Valuable results and performance driven.
• Analytical, Conceptual and Innovative Thinking.
• Customer (internal) mindset.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to lead and influence others.
• Adaptability and resourcefulness to cope with fast changing environment.
• Proactive and highly motivated with EHS project management experience.

If you would like to join an innovative, collaborative, and multicultural team, please apply now. Your application will be forwarded to a Talent Acquisition Partner, who will strive to get back to you as soon as they can. We understand that applying for a new job is a big decision and we will work hard to keep you updated and support you along the way.

At Huntsman, we pride ourselves on being a people-oriented organization. Our family-like atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members around the world. We welcome the talent, experience and fresh ideas that employees at all stages of their careers, from interns to seasoned professionals, bring to Huntsman. In return, we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic, industry-leading company, where safety and ethics always come first.