EHS Lead

• Location: Kendal
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: £45,000-£55,000

We are seeking an EHS Lead for our client based in Kendal to oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) responsibilities. Reporting to the Head of Health & Safety for Ireland & UK, this role is crucial for ensuring compliance with EHS legislation, developing safety protocols, and fostering a culture of safety within the organisation.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Take overall responsibility for EHS across designated facilities.
• Communicate the implications and duties imposed by legislation across the company.
• Distribute and communicate health, safety, and welfare information from regulatory bodies, safety organisations, and trade associations.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive training programme for health and safety to encourage a strong safety culture.
• Ensure all personnel adhere to safety requirements, using the correct personal protective equipment.
• Develop the departmental vision, culture, and work standards.
• Have strategic and tactical responsibility for implementing the Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental strategy.
• Coordinate and maintain Organisational Management Systems (ISO 45001 & ISO 14001) to ensure effective management of Health, Safety, and Environment matters.
• Create and implement EHS strategies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve business performance.
• Review and approve EHS activities to ensure effective issue resolution.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Relevant degree and demonstrable experience in a similar role, ideally within a large Manufacturing/Construction business.
• Thorough knowledge of ISO: 45001 and ISO: 14001 standards.
• Experience working and communicating with sub-contractors.
• Membership in IOSH or NEBOSH is highly desirable.
• Ability to advise on EHS issues and lead day-to-day EHS activities.
• Must possess a full driving licence as travel between sites is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organise own workload and use initiative.
• Efficient with thorough methods of working and the ability to follow through on Corrective Actions.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.

To apply for the EHS Lead position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.