EMEA EHS Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global real estate services firm is seeking an EMEA EHS Manager in London to implement and maintain EHS policies and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health, safety, and environmental management, holding a NEBOSH General Certificate and professional membership. Responsibilities include conducting audits and providing EHS support across multiple sites to promote a safe working environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to sustainability and ESG initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a health, safety, and/or environmental management role, ideally within facilities management.
• Good knowledge of HSE legislation and industry standards.
• Able to manage competing priorities across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain EHS policies and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and investigations.

Skills

Health, safety, and environmental management experience

NEBOSH General Certificate

CMIOSH minimum level of Professional Membership

Knowledge of UK and EMEA HSE legislation

Stakeholder influence and communication

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

EMEA EHS Manager

London

Role Purpose

• Implement and maintain EHS policies and procedures in line with legal requirements and internal standards
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations across client sites
• Conduct regular audits, risk assessments, and investigations, ensuring timely corrective actions
• Provide EHS advice and support to facilities, project, and site teams
• Deliver safety briefings, inductions, and toolbox talks as required
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, and EHS performance metrics
• Support incident reporting processes and ensure appropriate root cause analysis
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies on EHS matters
• Contribute to sustainability initiatives and support ESG reporting as needed
• Promote a practical, risk-based approach to improving workplace safety and environmental performance
• Remotely support employees in other global regions to increase adoption and understanding of this critical area

Skills & Personal Qualities

Experience in a health, safety, and/or environmental management role, ideally within facilities management, property, or a similar operational environment

• NEBOSH General Certificate (required); NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (desirable)
• CMIOSH (or equivalent) minimum level of Professional Membership (required)
• Good working knowledge of UK and EMEA HSE legislation and relevant industry standards and best practices
• Able to work across multiple sites and manage competing priorities
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence a range of stakeholders

We foster a culture of inclusion that embraces the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We firmly believe that our diversity enhances our team's capabilities, leading to improved decision-making, innovation, and business outcomes.