EHS Supervisor

Aspire Recruitment; Wigan; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Recruitment is recruiting an experienced EHS Supervisor for a major site in the North of England. Based at one of the client’s largest facilities, you will lead the EHS programmes, ensure regulatory compliance, and embed a proactive safety culture across the site.

You will oversee EHS training, manage ISO 14001 systems, develop site KPIs, and drive continuous improvement with plant leadership and central EHS functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Environmental Management, Safety, Engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years’ experience in an EHS/ QHSE or safety role within manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental and safety regulations (air, water, waste).
• Proven experience delivering EHS training and influencing operational teams.
• Professional health & safety or environmental certification.
• Experience maintaining ISO management systems.
• Understanding of industrial processes and process safety.
• Strong data analysis, reporting, and auditing skills.

Responsibilities

• Always providing an excellent level of customer service, mainly in assisting insurance related queries and administrative policies.
• Lead visible EHS leadership through site presence, inspections, audits and reviews.
• Ensure full compliance with UK environmental, health and safety legislation.
• Lead and maintain site EHS management systems, including ISO 14001 certification.
• Develop and implement site‑specific EHS strategies, objectives, and KPIs.
• Deliver engaging EHS training for employees, contractors, and leadership teams.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Manage environmental permits, water discharge consents, and regulatory reporting.
• Oversee waste management programs (hazardous and non-hazardous) and contractor compliance.
• Drive a proactive EHS culture through coaching, engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor performance trends and recommend actions to reduce risk and improve compliance.

Skills

EHS leadership

ISO 14001

UK regulations

training delivery

incident investigations

data analysis

auditing skills

stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Management or related

Job description

EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) Supervisor

Salary - £40,000-£60,000 per annum (dependant on experience)

Hours – Full time, permanent contract. Mon-Fri

We are currently recruiting for an EHS Supervisor, to be based at one of the client’s biggest sites in the North of England. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-known, globally based environmental consultancy. In this role, you will be required to supervise and lead the EHS programmes, which will include: combine site presence with strategic influence, work closely with plant leadership and central EHS functions to ensure regulatory compliance, drive continuous improvement, and embed a strong, proactive safety culture across the site.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Always providing an excellent level of customer service, mainly in the assisting of insurance related queries and administrative policies.
• Provide visible, hands‑on EHS leadership through regular site presence, inspections, audits, and reviews
• Ensure full compliance with UK environmental, health, and safety legislation
• Lead and maintain site EHS management systems, including ISO 14001 certification
• Develop and implement site‑specific EHS strategies, objectives, and KPIs
• Deliver engaging EHS training for employees, contractors, and leadership teams
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Manage environmental permits, water discharge consents, and regulatory reporting
• Oversee waste management programs (hazardous and non-hazardous) and contractor compliance
• Drive a proactive EHS culture through coaching, engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor performance trends and recommend actions to reduce risk and improve compliance

Qualifications / Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Management, Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline
• 5–10 years’ experience in an EHS, QHSE, or safety role within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong working knowledge of UK environmental and safety regulations (air, water, waste)
• Proven experience delivering EHS training and influencing operational teams
• Professional health & safety or environmental certification
• Experience maintaining ISO management systems
• Understanding of industrial processes and process safety
• Strong data analysis, reporting, and auditing skills

Aspire Recruitment is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.