Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading manufacturing organisation on the appointment of a Senior EHS Engineer.

As the on-site EHS expert, you will provide both strategic leadership and hands-on support, ensuring compliance with all environmental, health & safety standards while driving continuous improvement in safety culture, sustainability, and workplace health.

In your new role:

• Lead and maintain the site's EHS Management System, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001 and leading the successful implementation and sustainment of ISO 45001
• Manage all aspects of the IPC Licence, ensuring conditions and schedules are maintained
• Deliver training programmes, including EHS induction and job-specific safety training
• Conduct regular EHS inspections and audits, monitoring system effectiveness and driving corrective actions
• Prepare EHS reports and metrics for both internal and external stakeholders
• Lead the site's Emergency Response Programme, ensuring procedures, resources and training are in place
• Oversee robust incident investigation processes, monitor trends, and drive preventive action
• Assess the EHS impact of changes to plant, processes or equipment, ensuring compliance and effective risk control
• Manage waste and environmental monitoring programmes in line with regulatory requirements
• Monitor evolving EHS legislation and ensure site-wide compliance with current and future obligations
• Lead and support EHS projects on-site and across the UK/Ireland region, collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Partner with site leadership to align on EHS priorities and embed a culture of accountability and safety ownership
• Manage EHS budgets, driving efficiencies and cost savings across services and equipment providers
• Oversee facilities management activities, including contractor works, planned maintenance and compliance with regional legislation

What you will need to succeed:

• Bachelor's degree (or Level 6 qualification) in EHS, Engineering, or Science discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years' experience within a manufacturing or comparable environment
• Proven expertise in EHS management systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated ability to interpret EHS legislation and deliver effective compliance programmes
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation
• Experience engaging with regulatory bodies (e.g. HSE, EPA, Local Councils)
• Highly organised, decisive and capable of leading both strategic initiatives and hands-on activities

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):

• Ongoing professional development within the EHS discipline
• Membership/accreditation with a relevant professional body
• Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP systems

For a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health and Safety Specialist today.