Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor

MTrec Ltd; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Houghton-le-Spring is seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor. This role entails overseeing environmental and safety programs, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, and driving a proactive safety culture. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing. The position offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities within the company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Health and Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong EHS background with knowledge of UK regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs.
• Ensure compliance with all UK environmental, health, and safety legislation.
• Lead risk identification, assessment, and mitigation programs.

Skills

Leadership

EHS Training

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Environmental Management, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

The Company

Our client, a leading manufacturer based in Houghton Le Spring they are now recruiting for an experienced Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor.

The Role

• The Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor will provide both leadership and hands‑on support for all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at the manufacturing facility.
• Working closely with the Plant Manager and the central EHS function, this is a key role in ensuring the site operates safely, sustainably and in full compliance with UK legislation.
• You will be instrumental in developing an autonomous safety culture, maintaining ISO management systems, and driving continuous improvement through employee engagement and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with all UK environmental, health, and safety legislation.
• Develop, implement and maintain ISO systems (ISO 14001 and ISO 45001).
• Lead initiatives that build a proactive and autonomous EHS culture.
• Promote and manage Health and Wellness programs to support employee wellbeing.
• Define and maintain EHS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Deliver EHS training and coaching to managers, supervisors and employees.
• Lead risk identification, assessment and mitigation programs across site operations.
• Conduct inspections, audits and behavioural safety observations to verify compliance and program effectiveness.
• Manage environmental aspects including air, waste and water compliance, ensuring adherence to UK environmental regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement within the site’s EHS Management System and ensure robust reporting and follow‑up on corrective actions.
• Regulatory compliance.
• Become a technical expert on the site process technologies.

The Person

• Hold a degree in Environmental Management, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• 5 or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record of success in reducing occupational injuries, working knowledge and expertise in Environmental regulations and maintaining compliance with pertinent regulations.
• Strong EHS background and experience in UK regulations and reporting.
• The ability to identify change, communicate the need for change, and monitor integration for success.
• Must have demonstrated abilities as an effective leader/trainer/coach.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate both horizontally and vertically.
• Computer literate and knowledge of web applications.
• Industrial process understanding and knowledge.

The Benefits

• You will be working for a well‑established growing employer.
• An excellent salary.
• A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment.
• The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices.