EHS Advisor

HRC Recruitment; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an EHS Advisor for a manufacturing company. This full-time role is based in West Dumbartonshire and focuses on ensuring health and safety compliance, conducting risk assessments, and driving environmental initiatives. The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience and strong communication skills. If you're proactive and solution-focused, this is a great opportunity to make an impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing setting is essential.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in teams are required.
• A proactive and solution-focused mindset is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support EHS strategy and compliance for the manufacturing site.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.
• Lead environmental initiatives like Zero Waste to Landfill.
• Implement safety systems and support EHS training initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Strong communication

IT skills

Team-working skills

Proactive approach

Ability to coach

Ability to influence others

Job description

Managing Consultant at HRC Recruitment - Manufacturing Operations, Engineering & Supply Chain

Location: West Dumbartonshire

We are recruiting an EHS Advisor for a leading manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company committed to the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental performance. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, the role offers the chance to make a real impact within a collaborative and forward‑thinking team.

You will be responsible for Health and Safety legal compliance at the West Dumbartonshire manufacturing site, while driving continual improvement and supporting local and corporate EHS initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Hiring Manager in delivering EHS strategy and compliance
• Ensure compliance with EHS legislation, company policies and ISO standards (45001, 9001, 14001)
• Conduct risk assessments, audits and incident investigations
• Develop and deliver EHS action plans and continual improvement programmes
• Lead environmental initiatives including Zero Waste to Landfill and Net Zero
• Implement and maintain safety systems (SSOW, Permit to Work, Contractor Control)
• Support EHS training, communication and behavioural safety initiatives
• Maintain audit compliance with zero major non‑conformances
• Provide EHS technical support and maintain budget control

Skills & Experience

• Manufacturing experience (essential)
• Strong communication, IT and team‑working skills
• Proactive, solutions‑focused approach
• Ability to coach and influence others

Please contact Diane Smedley at [e-mail] or call me on 07707 726905 to be considered for this role

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Manufacturing

Industries: Manufacturing