EHS Manager

Boehringer Ingelheim; Pirbright; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim UK is seeking a proactive EHS Manager to lead the strategic and operational delivery of Environment, Health & Safety activities at the Pirbright site. You will partner with site leadership, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory bodies to ensure the highest safety and environmental standards in a highly controlled vaccine manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on driving continuous improvement, conducting risk assessments, leading incident investigations, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Experience in an EHS leadership role within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, vaccine, manufacturing, or other highly regulated environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and Environmental legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing EHS programmes, audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions.
• Proven experience leading incident investigations, risk assessments, and CAPA activities.
• Demonstrated ability to drive a positive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Previous people management and leadership experience.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across multiple organisational levels.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the strategic and operational delivery of EHS activities across the Pirbright site.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements, regulatory expectations, corporate standards, and company policies.
• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programmes, procedures, and management systems.
• Develop and maintain effective EHS training and awareness programmes across the site.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
• Support the management of CAPA activities and compliance improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate and support internal audits, inspections, and regulatory visits.
• Act as the primary site contact for EHS matters with external agencies and regulatory authorities.
• Provide expert guidance on occupational health, safety, environmental, and risk management matters.
• Ensure effective environmental management and reporting processes are maintained.
• Monitor EHS performance metrics and support the achievement of site objectives.
• Lead risk assessment activities and support effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Maintain awareness of changing regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Promote safe working behaviours and a proactive compliance culture.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen EHS performance across the site.
• Ensure all mandatory EHS training requirements are completed and maintained.
• Exercise authority to stop work where activities present an unacceptable risk to people or the environment.

Skills

EHS leadership

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigations

CAPA

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Training & awareness

Safety culture

Audits & inspections

Regulatory interactions

Environmental management

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Degree in a scientific, engineering, environmental, or related discipline

NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Health & Safety qualification)

IOSH or equivalent membership desirable

Environmental Management qualification desirable

Job description

The EHS Manager plays a key leadership role at the Pirbright site, responsible for driving the strategic and operational delivery of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) activities within a highly regulated vaccine manufacturing environment. The role ensures compliance with all applicable legal, regulatory, and corporate EHS requirements while promoting a strong safety culture, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across the site.

The position leads the local EHS team and acts as the primary point of contact for EHS matters, partnering closely with site leadership, operational teams, regulatory authorities, and external stakeholders to ensure the highest standards of safety, compliance, and environmental management.

This is a fully site-based, fixed-term position based in Pirbright until 31 December 2027.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the strategic and operational delivery of EHS activities across the Pirbright site
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements, regulatory expectations, corporate standards, and company policies
• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programmes, procedures, and management systems
• Develop and maintain effective EHS training and awareness programmes across the site
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation
• Support the management of CAPA activities and compliance improvement initiatives
• Coordinate and support internal audits, inspections, and regulatory visits
• Act as the primary site contact for EHS matters with external agencies and regulatory authorities
• Provide expert guidance on occupational health, safety, environmental, and risk management matters
• Ensure effective environmental management and reporting processes are maintained
• Monitor EHS performance metrics and support the achievement of site objectives
• Lead risk assessment activities and support effective risk mitigation strategies
• Maintain awareness of changing regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Promote safe working behaviours and a proactive compliance culture
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen EHS performance across the site
• Ensure all mandatory EHS training requirements are completed and maintained
• Exercise authority to stop work where activities present an unacceptable risk to people or the environment

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, coach, and develop the site EHS team
• Foster a positive safety culture and drive employee engagement across all functions
• Partner with manufacturing, quality, engineering, facilities, HR, and leadership teams to support business objectives
• Influence and support leaders in embedding EHS principles into daily operations
• Contribute as an active member of the site leadership community
• Support talent development, succession planning, and continuous professional development within the team

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Degree in a scientific, engineering, environmental, or related discipline
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Health & Safety qualification) required
• Professional EHS membership (IOSH or equivalent) desirable
• Environmental Management qualification desirable

Skills & Experience

• Experience in an EHS leadership role within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, vaccine, manufacturing, or other highly regulated environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and Environmental legislation and compliance requirements
• Experience managing EHS programmes, audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions
• Proven experience leading incident investigations, risk assessments, and CAPA activities
• Demonstrated ability to drive a positive safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives
• Previous people management and leadership experience
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across multiple organisational levels
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused approach

WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

Boehringer Ingelheim is recognised as a Top Employer in the UK, reflecting our commitment to exceptional workplace standards, career development and a purpose-driven culture. Our employees contribute to meaningful work, creating long-term value for people, animals and the environment. Learn more about why BI is a great place to work: https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work

Candidates may be asked to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Security check. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory DBS certificate.

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com