At a Glance
- Tasks: Support EHS operations, manage hazardous chemicals, and ensure compliance on-site.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on safety and environmental health.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced industrial environment.
- Other info: 12-18 month contract with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in safety during exciting operational changes.
- Qualifications: EHS experience in industrial settings; chemical knowledge is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are seeking a capable and hands-on EHS Support Specialist to assist the EHS Manager during a period of high operational activity and site closure work based onsite. The role focuses on practical, day-to-day EHS support, particularly around hazardous chemicals, contractor management, inspections, incident follow-up, and maintaining compliance systems. This is a 12–18 month contract suited to someone who can step in quickly, work confidently in an industrial environment, and support safe operations during a period of change. COMAH experience is preferable but not essential; the ability to apply solid EHS fundamentals in a chemical setting is more important.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational EHS Presence
- Provide visible EHS support across the site through walkdowns, engagement with teams, and follow up of concerns.
- Support safe handling and management of hazardous chemicals, including SDS reviews, COSHH coordination, and chemical safety guidance.
- Assist with waste and wastewater oversight, including contractor coordination and compliance checks.
- Support emergency preparedness activities, including drills, competency checks, and documentation.
- Compliance, Inspections and Reporting
- Assist with preparation for EA, HSE, corporate and customer audits, including evidence gathering and action tracking.
- Support environmental compliance tasks such as recordkeeping, sampling coordination, and routine reporting.
- Help maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 systems through inspections, audits, and document updates.
- Support incident reporting, investigation follow-up, and closure of corrective actions.
- Projects, Change and Closure Activities
- Provide EHS input into small projects, modifications and closure-related activities.
- Assist with permit variations, notifications and regulatory communications as required.
- Support the Management of Change (MOC) process, ensuring actions are completed and risks assessed.
- Contractor and Permit to Work Support
- Coordinate contractor access, RAMS review, inductions and on-site supervision where required.
- Support the permit to work process and ensure safe execution of tasks.
- Documentation and Administration
- Update procedures, risk assessments, training records and compliance documentation.
- Support preparation of EHS metrics, dashboards and reports for site leadership.
Required Experience and Qualifications
- Experience in an industrial EHS role (chemical, manufacturing, engineering, utilities or similar).
- Exposure to hazardous chemicals or chemical processes.
- Solid understanding of UK EHS legislation and its practical application.
- Experience with incident investigation, risk assessment and contractor management.
- Comfortable working in a plant environment and engaging with operators, engineers and contractors.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Background: Chemical Degree
Preferred (Not Essential)
- Experience in a chemical manufacturing or COMAH-influenced environment.
- COMAH experience preferable but not essential.
- Exposure to ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 systems.
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
- Experience supporting site closure, decommissioning or major change programmes.
EHS Support Specialist employer: PM Group
At PM Group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Procurement Manager role not only provides competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth but also allows you to make a significant impact within the industrial manufacturing sector in the North West. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your career development in a hybrid working environment.
