EHS Manager

Winthrop Technologies Ltd.; Blyth; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies is Europe’s only dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, we deliver projects across Europe and have become the most trusted name in our sector.

We are currently seeking an experienced EHS Manager to join our Blyth project on site, responsible for managing Environmental, Health and Safety activities and ensuring regulatory compliance across the site, while driving

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or similar discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in an EHS role within construction or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, standards, and best practices.
• Experience managing EHS on construction projects.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent) are essential.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and promote a proactive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all Environmental, Health & Safety activities across the project lifecycle.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all levels of the project.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and subcontractors to ensure alignment on EHS practices.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and ensure adherence to health & safety standards.
• Review and approve safety documentation, including RAMS.
• Manage incident investigations, reporting, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure delivery of safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training programmes.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, audits, and safety performance metrics.
• Attend Site Meetings, Safety Meetings, and Project Reviews.
• Prepare and issue EHS reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and sustainability requirements.
• Proactively identify and resolve EHS issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

EHS knowledge

Construction experience

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

RAMS experience

NEBOSH IOSH

Education

Degree in EHS/Safety

Job description

Winthrop Technologies is Europe’s only dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, we deliver projects across Europe and have become the most trusted name in our sector.

We are currently seeking an experienced EHS Manager to join our project team in Blyth, United Kingdom. This role will be responsible for managing Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) activities on site, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and driving a strong safety culture across the project.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all Environmental, Health & Safety activities across the project lifecycle
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and management systems in line with company and legal requirements
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all levels of the project
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and subcontractors to ensure alignment on EHS practices
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and ensure adherence to health & safety standards
• Review and approve safety documentation, including method statements and risk assessments (RAMS)
• Manage incident investigations, reporting, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
• Ensure delivery of safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training programmes
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, audits, and safety performance metrics
• Attend Site Meetings, Safety Meetings, and Project Reviews
• Prepare and issue EHS reports to senior management and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and sustainability requirements
• Proactively identify and resolve EHS issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or similar discipline
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in an EHS role within construction or engineering
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, standards, and best practices
• Experience managing EHS on construction projects
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Relevant certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent) are essential
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and promote a proactive safety culture
• Data centre, industrial, or mission‑critical project experience is advantageous

Benefits

• Opportunity to work for a market leader in the Data centre industry
• Working on large scale data centre projects
• Collaborative team working environments
• Career progression and development supported
• Competitive salary packages

Winthrop Technologies Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.