EHS Specialist

Gold Group; Monkton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and engineering firm is seeking an experienced Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to join their team at Prestwick Airport. This hands-on role will provide vital EHS support, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and fostering a culture of safety. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Management and relevant EHS experience. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential as the specialist will liaise with management and regulatory authorities.

Qualifications

• Practical EHS experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or mechanical environment.
• Relevant experience as an EHS specialist or equivalent role.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day EHS support to management and employees.
• Ensure compliance with UK Environmental, Health & Safety legislation.
• Act as the primary EHS point of contact on site.
• Prepare and maintain EHS compliance documentation.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Lead workplace risk assessments and develop Safe Working Instructions.
• Evaluate workplace hazards and support new projects.
• Develop and deliver EHS training and awareness programmes.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Practical EHS experience

Solid verbal and written English

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Management

Job description

Location & Contract Details

Location: Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Prestwick, Scotland (KA9 2RW)

Duration: 12 months

Start Date: Estimated 29 January 2026

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Clearance Required: BPSS

Shift Work: No

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to join an established EHS team at a growing aerospace and engineering facility based at Prestwick. This hands‑on, site‑based role provides practical EHS support to management and employees, helping to raise standards, embed compliant processes, and support regulatory and operational requirements across the site and wider region as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day EHS support to management and employees to achieve high EHS performance standards.
• Ensure compliance with UK Environmental, Health & Safety legislation and applicable enterprise standards.
• Act as the primary EHS point of contact on site, liaising with regulatory authorities as required.
• Prepare and maintain EHS compliance documentation, reports, and permit applications.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Lead and review workplace risk assessments and develop Safe Working Instructions.
• Evaluate workplace hazards and support new projects and business activities.
• Develop and deliver EHS training, inductions, and awareness programmes.
• Review contractor, supplier, and vendor activities for EHS compliance.
• Support environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and emergency preparedness.
• Occasionally travel to support other regional sites, as required.
• Work closely with the regional EHS team to ensure consistency and best practice.

Initial Focus Areas

• Conduct detailed activity and task risk assessments.
• Implement a robust chemical management system (COSHH, REACH, PPE, procurement, training).
• Review machining, crane, and powered industrial vehicle operations.
• Enhance emergency preparedness and response arrangements.
• Establish EHS training frameworks and health surveillance programmes.

Skills & Experience

• Self‑motivated with a proactive, practical approach to safety.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Practical EHS experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or mechanical environment.
• Solid verbal and written English skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Management.
• Relevant experience as an EHS specialist or equivalent role.