Environmental, Health and Safety Associate

ZipRecruiter; Stafford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization is seeking an Environmental, Health and Safety Associate to support safety strategies within a global manufacturing environment. In this dynamic role, you will conduct inspections, deliver training and ensure compliance with EHS policies. Your expertise in safety regulations will be essential for making a tangible impact on workplace safety.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in a similar EHS role, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation.
• High-level proficiency in Excel for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support and help deliver the company's safety strategy.
• Conduct EHS inspections and audits.
• Participate in incident investigations.

Skills

EHS policy compliance

Data analysis

Training delivery

Incident investigation

Process improvement

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Environmental, Health and Safety Associate

Location: Stafford

Contract: 12 months (with strong potential for extension)

Start Date: 1st August 2025

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 07:15-16:30 (37 hours/week, Fridays off)

Pay Rate: Up to £30 per hour

About the Role

Are you a passionate Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) professional looking for a dynamic, hands-on role where no two days are the same?

You'll play a key role in supporting our evolving safety strategy and contribute to a range of projects, including occupational health, environmental compliance, and external community safety programmes. This is a fully onsite position, ideal for someone looking to make a tangible impact in a global manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and help deliver companies safety strategy, focusing on high-energy risks.
• Conduct EHS inspections, audits (ISO 14001 & ISO 45001), and training delivery.
• Participate in incident investigations and contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain EHS records, develop policies, and assist with occupational health initiatives.
• Support and maintain site training records, help create training content, and facilitate internal/external learning activities.
• Ensure compliance with PPE, COSHH, PUWER, LOTO, working at height, contractor management, and other high-risk activity controls.
• Contribute to sustainability, waste management, and legal compliance documentation

Candidate Requirements

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 1-2 years in a similar EHS role (preferably in manufacturing).
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) - essential.
• Strong knowledge of EHS policy compliance and UK health & safety legislation.
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint (eg, data analysis, pivot tables, graphs).

Experience:

• Familiarity with Human Organisation Performance (HOP) principles.
• Prior involvement in process improvement and safety strategy implementation.

Application & Interview Process

• Interview format: Face-to-face (STAR methodology)
• Interview duration: 1 hour

If you're passionate about safety, enjoy variety in your role, and want to be part of a team that truly values your contribution, apply now!

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.