Environment Health Safety Lead

JMG Solutions Ltd; Blyth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

JMG Solutions Ltd. is seeking an experienced EHS Lead to join a major construction project in Blyth, Northumberland. You will provide strong EHS leadership, coordinate with the project team, contractors and regulatory bodies to ensure safe delivery and compliance throughout the lifecycle.

The role focuses on developing EHS plans, driving a positive safety culture, and delivering training, inductions and incident investigations on a high-value project.

Qualifications

• Experience leading EHS on large construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience working for a General/Main Contractor.
• Ability to manage RAMS, audits and incident investigations.
• IOSH/NEBOSH qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage EHS activities across the project.
• Provide visible EHS leadership and promote a strong safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation and client requirements.
• Develop, implement and maintain project-specific EHS plans and procedures.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with EHS requirements.
• Carry out site inspections, audits and safety observations.
• Review RAMS, risk assessments, permits and methods statements.

Skills

EHS leadership

Risk management

RAMS & permits

Incident investigation

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

NEBOSH

IOSH

Job description

We are currently recruiting an experienced EHS Lead to join a General Contractor on a major, large-scale construction project in Blyth, Northumberland.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EHS professional to take a key role in supporting the safe and compliant delivery of a high-profile project.

The Role

As EHS Lead, you will be responsible for providing strong leadership and direction across all Environmental, Health & Safety activities on the project. You will work closely with the Project Management team, contractors and subcontractors to ensure a strong safety culture and consistently high standards are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage EHS activities across the project.
• Provide visible EHS leadership and promote a strong safety culture across the workforce.
• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety and Environmental legislation, client requirements and company standards.
• Develop, implement and maintain project-specific EHS plans, procedures and initiatives.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with EHS requirements.
• Carry out regular site inspections, audits and behavioural safety observations.
• Review RAMS, risk assessments, method statements and permits.
• Identify hazards and ensure appropriate corrective and preventative actions are implemented.
• Lead and support incident, accident and near-miss investigations.
• Monitor EHS performance, KPIs and trends and provide regular reporting to project and senior management.
• Deliver and coordinate EHS inductions, briefings, toolbox talks and training.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure EHS considerations are incorporated into planning and construction activities.
• Support emergency preparedness and response arrangements.
• Liaise with the client, contractors, consultants and relevant regulatory bodies as required.
• Drive continuous improvement across all aspects of project EHS performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an EHS/HSE leadership role within large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and construction regulations.
• Experience working for a General Contractor / Main Contractor.
• Experience managing and influencing contractors and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of risk management, RAMS, audits and incident investigation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Relevant EHS qualification such as NEBOSH or equivalent.
• IOSH membership and/or relevant professional accreditation would be advantageous.
• Experience on complex, high-value projects is highly desirable.