Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor

MTrec Technical; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm located in Houghton-le-Spring is seeking an experienced Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor. The role involves ensuring compliance with environmental legislation, developing ISO systems, and leading health and wellness programs. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and a degree in relevant fields. The company offers strong growth potential and an excellent salary.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Growth and expansion opportunities

Compliance with health and safety requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record in reducing occupational injuries.
• Effective leader and coach with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with UK environmental, health, and safety legislation.
• Develop and maintain ISO systems (ISO 14001 and ISO 45001).
• Lead and promote Health and Wellness programs.

Skills

Environmental regulations knowledge

Leadership

EHS training and coaching

Communication

Risk assessment

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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.