EHS Engineer

BD (Tissuemed Ltd); Plymouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical technology company in Plymouth is looking for an EHS Engineer to ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and sustainability legislation. The role includes conducting audits, managing environmental systems, and providing safety training. Candidates should have a BSc in Health & Safety or equivalent and experience in a manufacturing environment. The position offers a competitive salary range of £42,000 to £71,400 annually.

Qualifications

• Health and safety and environmental experience in a high volume manufacturing setting.
• A trained Auditor with understanding of legal compliance.
• Experience in risk assessments and incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and regulations.
• Manage site’s Environmental Management System and ISO14001 certification.
• Conduct internal and external EHS audits and training.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Project management

Building relationships

Education

BSc or BEng in a Health & Safety discipline

NEBOSH, IOSH or NVQ H&S qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description Summary

The EHS Engineer plays an integral part in ensuring that BD Plymouth complies with all relevant Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability legislation as it effects the business as well as driving the achievement of functional business targets and goals. This includes, but is not limited to, managing the site’s Environmental Management System, legal and regulatory compliance, adherence to corporate standards, training and awareness, auditing, incident investigation, utilities consumption monitoring and reporting, and waste management.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible. BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

“BD is proud to be certified as a Top Employer 2025 in United Kingdom, reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional working environment.”

A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Become a maker of possible with us!

About The Role

The EHS Engineer will build effective relationships across the Plymouth site and promote a positive culture by ensuring that all plant associates work within a healthy, safe, sustainable, and compliant environment.

As the EHS Engineer, you will report to the site EHS Lead for the BD Plymouth site. Additionally, you will work closely with the Corporate EHS and Sustainability teams to forge strong relationships and positively represent the plant.

Main Responsibilities will include

• To assist all levels of management in implementing and maintaining the standards required of the health and Safety at work act, all other codes of practice and relevant standards.
• Establish appropriate processes and controls to ensure that the site will maintain ISO14001 certification including leading Environmental Management reviews.
• Act as the key contact and facilitator for external visits and audits from relevant agencies, ie., HSE, Environmental Consultants, the Environment Agency, and Plymouth City Council.
• Report internally (plant & Corporate) and externally as appropriate the site’s environmental impact including utilities, energy, water, and waste management.
• Act as the key contact and provider of information in support of any Employers Liability or Public Liability claims.
• Carry out risk assessments on assembly equipment new and old ensuring that the safety and wellbeing of associates is not compromised.
• Participate in Business Team meetings; provide functional data, support and advice.
• Create COSHH Risk assessments and maintain the sites COSHH Risk Assessment database.
• Actioning the findings of COSHH Risk Assessments and working with departmental leads to ensure suitable and sufficient control measures are implemented and maintained.
• Conduct internal and external EHS audits in conjunction with departmental representatives and track any remedial work to completion. Environmental audits to ISO14001 requirements.
• Utilise data to analyse Near Miss and incidents and identify areas of concern.
• Identify the need for and carry out Health and Safety training with all associates, both at the recruitment stage and in line with ongoing job function requirements.
• Write and maintain safety procedures with regards to manufacturing equipment, chemical handling, workplace transport, manual handling and contractor management.
• Assist with accident, incident and near miss investigations, offering advice and best practice solutions where appropriate.
• Keep up to date with new legislation and maintain a working knowledge of all functional legislation.
• Report unsafe occurrences and incidents to the HSE, EA, BDX and other notifiable bodies as and when required.
• Assist with the introduction of new machinery, processes, and equipment by confirming all hazards are identified and mitigated and ensuring the continued safety of associates.
• Attend Blitz activities, waste events, and safety committees as a representative of the EHS department, offering advice where it is appropriate and clarifying legislative requirements.
• Review and approve the relevant sections of Change Control documentation.
• Individuals have the authority to execute all responsibilities detailed within their job description and any procedures or processes in C2C or otherwise.

About You

• Achieved a BSc or BEng in a Health & Safety discipline.
• Obtained a NEBOSH, IOSH or NVQ H&S qualification or equivalent experience is essential.
• Health, safety and environmental experience within a diverse high volume manufacturing organisation.
• Detailed understanding of legal compliance and proven experience as a trained Auditor.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build working relationships with people at all levels.
• A working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and their ancillary items, the installation and subsequent evaluation for hazards and risks of this equipment.
• Strong IT skills with the ability to learn new software and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and tools.
• Project management and / or team leadership experience is a distinct advantage.
• Hold a recognised and relevant Engineering qualification is a distinct advantage.

Salary Range Information

€45,000 - €47,500

£42,000.00 - £71,400.00 GBP Annual

Location

Primary Work Location: GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate

Work Shift: GB-PLY Office Staff 0830-1630 (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer

BD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.