Industrial Hygienist in Loughborough

The Impact You Will Make

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Hygienist to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of occupational health and safety programs across the organisation. The role is critical in identifying, assessing, and controlling workplace health hazards to ensure compliance with occupational health, environmental, and safety legislation. The Industrial Hygienist will lead exposure and risk assessments (chemical, physical, and biological), conduct workplace monitoring and audits, and support incident and health-related investigations. They will provide specialist advice, training, and guidance to employees and leaders, and collaborate closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to strengthen health protection measures, promote a proactive safety culture, and reduce occupational and operational risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs IH and Noise monitoring across the various functions in accordance with the defined plan.
• Completes chemical hazard banding based upon inherent toxicity to support NPI (new Process Introduction) process.
• Maintains associated IH data entry to Kindeva databases.
• Produces reports and utilises statistical analysis to support the conclusion of monitoring exercises.
• Generate HAZ cards to detail the outcome of exposure assessments, including Personal and Respiratory Protective Equipment requirements (PPE / RPE).
• Establishes, organises and oversees accurate and current records for all chemicals handled on site, including site chemical inventory management and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
• Reviews and approves key site documentation pertaining to new chemicals, noise and personal/respiratory requirements.
• Manages the Location Respirator Face Fit Testing programme via an external provider.
• Organises and maintains IH / noise Equipment, including annual external calibration.
• Supports ergonomic and manual handling assessment using ART, MAC and RAPP tools.
• Assists with both internal and external audits to ensure legislative compliance and adherence to ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Supports site EHS training requirements as required, including update of training packages and tool box talks.
• Provides ad hoc support to the wider EHS team, including documentation/document control.
• Maintains an awareness and enhances knowledge with respect to UK-based legislation and Kindeva Global Requirements.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Occupational Health & Safety, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of occupational health hazard recognition, evaluation, and control, including chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic hazards.
• Familiarity with relevant health and safety legislation and standards (e.g. COSHH, REACH, UK HSE guidance).
• Experience conducting workplace exposure assessments, air/noise monitoring, and health risk assessments.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, risk assessments, and control recommendations.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with operations, EHS, and management teams.
• Professional certification or working toward certification (e.g. BOHS, or equivalent).
• Experience in manufacturing, laboratory, construction, pharmaceutical, or industrial environments.
• Knowledge of industrial ventilation, PPE selection, and exposure control strategies.
• Experience delivering training or health‑focused safety programmes.

Key Capabilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written & oral at all levels.
• Able to work both as part of a cross‑functional team and also act independently.
• Enthusiastic and determined to achieve set objectives.
• Comfortable working with detailed technical information, but also able to see the overall business picture.
• Possess strong computer skills and excellent organisational capabilities.
• Demonstrate flexibility, strategic thinking, and drive to succeed.
• Able to deliver results accurately within demanding time frames.
• Able to handle a crisis situation in a professional and positive manner.
• Demonstrate a firm understanding of the overall role within the wider business.
• Adapt to changing priorities, timelines, and regulatory expectations without compromising on quality.
• Maintains a high standard of accuracy, completeness, and documentation.
• Champion data integrity and a right‑first‑time culture.

What we Offer

• Attractive compensation package.
• Company pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays) plus service days after 5 years.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Company sick pay.
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential helpline support for employee and their immediate family.
• Life assurance of four times life cover salary.
• Wellness programmes.
• Employee recognition program.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Discount and cashback at many retailers.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Additional Information

Location: Derby Road, Loughborough. All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Kindeva is an Equal Opportunity Employer.