EHS Specialist

Legrand; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an EHS Specialist to enhance their environmental health and safety program. In this role, you will ensure compliance with UK regulations, maintain emergency plans, and lead safety initiatives. Your expertise will contribute to a safe working environment while collaborating with diverse teams. This dynamic position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and innovation in building infrastructures. Join a team that values integrity and excellence, and play a key role in fostering a culture of safety and compliance.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K match

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday pay

Short-term disability benefits

Long-term disability benefits

Paid parental leave

Volunteer time off

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in an EHS role is required.
• Strong documentation skills with revision control.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with UK health and safety regulations.
• Maintain Emergency Action Plan and conduct safety drills.
• Conduct monthly safety committee meetings and audits.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Knowledge of ISO 14001:2015

Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Engineering degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Description

Ata Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a EHS Specialist to join the Starline Holdings Technology Ltd Team in Reading, UK. The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist will assist in the continual improvement and maintenance of a comprehensive EHS program.

What Will You Do?

• Under the leadership of the EHS manager, the EHS Specialist is responsible for ensuring that Starline’s Reading, GBR facility is in compliance with all UK regulations regarding health and safety.
• Maintain an existing Emergency Action Plan, Legal Register, and Risk Management System.
• Ensure Emergency Response plans are in proper working condition and lead competency drills.
• Conduct activities related to environmental compliance, reporting, regulatory permitting, hazardous waste handling, and waste reduction/recycling programs.
• Oversee maintenance of all safety records including the MSDS database and GHS program implementation.
• Monitor trends related to employee work-related injuries.
• Conduct monthly safety committee meetings, reporting safety metrics, and departmental safety audits.
• Demonstrate high standards of conduct and integrity.
• Additional duties as required by management.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field, safety, environmental sciences.
• Alternatively, an engineering degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Ability to work in cross-functional teams with diverse backgrounds and skill sets.
• Ability to host and present safety topics to large groups.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• 3+ years experience in an EHS role (required).
• Knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 Management Systems.
• Strong documentation skills with revision control.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Personal Qualities/Behaviors:

• This position will have exposure to the manufacturing areas where, under certain conditions, the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and mandatory hearing protection are required.
• Ability to stand, bend and walk for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently.
• Primary working hours will be 10:30 PM - 6:30 AM.

Note: The above Job Description is representative of the responsibilities and qualifications necessary to be successful in this role. It does not encompass every job duty or responsibility; other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Further, the job description does not alter the at-will nature of employment with Legrand and does not create a contract of employment.

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en.

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.

About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.

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