Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Simpson Booth Limited; Skipton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK manufacturing business is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead site EHS performance and strengthen compliance across its operations. This hands-on role requires knowledge of ISO standards and experience in managing EHS systems. The position includes responsibilities such as conducting audits, managing risk assessments, and leading safety initiatives. Applicants must be prepared for occasional travel to smaller sites and foster a robust safety culture within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading EHS management systems in manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Able to conduct risk assessments and manage audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead site EHS management systems and drive compliance.
• Manage internal and external audit processes.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures.

Job description

Title

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Location

Skipton, UK

Working Pattern

4‑day week, with flexibility and occasional Friday presence as needed

Opportunity

A well‑established UK manufacturing business is appointing an Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead site EHS performance, strengthen compliance and support a robust safety culture across a busy industrial operation. This is a hands‑on, site‑focused role reporting directly into senior operations leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and maintain site EHS management systems, including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Own the internal audit schedule, support external audits and drive corrective actions.
• Manage risk assessments (including COSHH / PUWER where relevant), controls and continuous improvement.
• Lead accident / near miss investigations and implement preventative measures.
• Ensure strong contractor controls (RAMS, compliance checks, site rules).
• Deliver practical site engagement, including inductions, toolbox talks and training support.
• Coordinate with external specialists where required (for example for risk assessment support).

Infrequent travel to smaller sites (m...