EHS Manager in Whitefield

A leading UK manufacturing business in a highly regulated industry is looking for an EHS Manager to drive best‑in‑class environmental, health and safety performance at their site near Bury. You will play a key role in shaping culture, behaviours and compliance across the site to ensure “Everybody Home Safe Forever.” The Role Lead and develop a small EHS team, support strategic direction, and champion continuous improvement across all EHS processes. A core part of the role is ensuring full compliance with UK legislation and internal standards while coaching colleagues to embed strong safety behaviours. The company is part way through a EHS program so there is significant room to make improvements and have autonomy. Focus areas will include both behavioural safety and process safety. Key Responsibilities * Manage and develop two direct reports through coaching, guidance and leadership. * Drive EHS culture maturity and support employees through change. * Lead evaluations of compliance with legal and other requirements. * Support external audits and regulatory site visits. * Coach colleagues to ensure incidents are fully investigated with robust corrective actions. * Contribute to EHS performance reporting, trend analysis and lessons‑learned sharing. * Collaborate with internal teams and external regulatory bodies. Role Requirements * NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma (or NEBOSH Certificate working towards Diploma). * Experience in a Health, Safety and Environmental advisory role within a manufacturing or process role * Strong knowledge of UK EHS legislation. * Understanding of ISO 14001 & 45001 (desirable) * Proven ability to influence culture and drive behavioural change. * Strong prioritisation skills and the confidence to act as an independent thinker. What’s On Offer * Annual Bonus, Private Healthcare, defined pension scheme, 24 days holiday * A collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement. * The chance to make a meaningful impact on safety culture and sustainability