EHS Manager

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Company: Fast Paced Food Manufacturing Organisation
Role: Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager
Location: Harlesden, North West London
Salary: £65,000 per annum – £75,000 per annum (DOE) + Up to 15% bonus, enhanced pension scheme, private medical insurance scheme and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week

Currently exclusively working with a fast-paced privately owned company seeking an EHS Manager to drive change and make a positive difference across the sites. This role will be the most senior EHS person for the business, responsible for elevating and leading the EH&S function across 3 sites with a headcount of under 300 people. The company has a manual manufacturing process but is looking to become more automated as it evolves.

The workforce genuinely sees safety as a priority, especially the owners and Operations Director. The company is growing, has won numerous awards, is progressing towards BRC level 9, and is B-corp certified.

Main responsibilities:

1. Provide hands-on support combined with strategic direction for EHS across 3 closely located sites.
2. Coach and mentor one direct report – EHS Co-ordinator.
3. Collaborate with departmental managers to drive best practices, contributing to the wider company EHS strategy with a focus on continuous improvement and employee engagement.
4. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to foster a safety-first culture, acting as a role model for a strong EHS culture.
5. Ensure all relevant EHS training (e.g., first aid, fire wardens) is identified, planned, and completed.
6. Implement suitable emergency planning arrangements and keep all relevant information updated and displayed clearly.
7. Provide advice and guidance on Occupational Health requirements.
8. Support Project Management Teams with EHS compliance and the design of safe systems and processes.
9. Produce monthly EHS reports based on comprehensive and informative KPIs.
10. Manage and advise on energy, carbon, waste, environmental compliance, and represent these to managers and the board.
11. Establish and oversee an effective programme of EHS audits and inspections.
12. Manage Personal Injury claims in collaboration with third parties like insurance providers.
13. Integrate EHS into the induction process for new employees, contractors, and agency staff.
14. Manage the EHS budget effectively.
15. Contribute to the development and implementation of the company\’s broader Sustainability Strategy, including carbon footprint reduction, water conservation, and renewable energy initiatives.
16. Work with the Sustainability team to support relevant activities such as B-Corp certification and carbon reduction.
17. Identify energy-saving opportunities using available technology.
18. Seek shared value opportunities within the business and promote shared value thinking across sectors.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Management experience in the manufacturing sector preferred.
• NEBOSH Certificate, ideally NEBOSH Diploma.
• Proven ability to support and enhance safety culture.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence and gain buy-in.

Ideal personality traits:

• Able to make safety engaging and fun, with confidence and gravitas in communication.
• Willing to collaborate, troubleshoot, and be hands-on.
• Engaging with all levels within the organization.
• Down-to-earth, self-motivated, and proactive.
• Mentor and coach qualities.

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