Head of EHS

Cast UK; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational distribution company is seeking a Head of Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) in the UK. The role involves providing strategic EHS guidance, developing EHS policies, and improving overall EHS performance across the business. Candidates must have at least 10 years of EHS experience, a relevant degree, and a NEBOSH Diploma. This position supports the HR Director and requires national travel.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of EHS experience in an international organisation.
• Up to date knowledge of UK and European EHS legislation.
• Experience in developing EHS training programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on EHS policy and risks to the Business Area.
• Guide businesses to improve EHS performance.
• Develop and maintain EHS policies and ensure compliance.

Skills

EHS Policy Development

Accident Prevention Programs

EHS Legislation Knowledge

Environmental Improvement Programs

Education

Bachelor or Master's degree in related field

NEBOSH Diploma (level 6)

Job description

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Remote, with national travel as required

Bunzl is a multinational distribution and outsourcing company headquartered in London. Bunzl is active in 30 countries and organised into four business areas: North America, Continental Europe, UK & Ireland and Rest of the World. The Business Area UK & I is headquartered in Epsom and covers 5 Divisions and 25 operating companies. For this business area we are searching for a Head of Environment, Health and Safety (EHS).

Bunzl is a multinational distribution and outsourcing company headquartered in London. Bunzl is active in 30 countries and organised into four business areas: North America, Continental Europe, UK & Ireland and Rest of the World. The Business Area UK & I is headquartered in Epsom and covers 5 Divisions and 25 operating companies. For this business area we are searching for a Head of Environment, Health and Safety (EHS).

Overall purpose

• Provide strategic advice and guidance on EHS policy and EHS risks to the UK & I Business Area.
• Guide and support businesses- and EHS practitioners to continuously improve EHS performance
• Develop and maintain EHS policies and procedures and ensure that all managers, supervisors and staff are trained and comply with requirements.
• Provide inspiration and leadership to local EHS experts and establish a proactive EHS support service with a commercially focused influence throughout the Business Area.
• Represents the Business Area in EHS Bunzl group committee(s) to report on Business area EHS programs and performance.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor or Masters' degree in Business, Occupational safety, Environmental Management or related field.
• NEBOSH Diploma (level 6) qualified and preferably a Chartered member of IOSH

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of EHS experience, preferably gained within an international organisation and ideally in logistics.
• Up to date knowledge of UK, Irish and European EHS legislation and ability to interpret and prioritise.
• Experience of developing and implementing accident prevention and EHS training programmes.
• Experience in developing and implementing environmental improvement programs . waste prevention and carbon emission reduction.
• Experience of coordinating EHS audits and ensuring the implementation and monitoring of recommendations.
• Knowledge and experience of international standards: ISO 14001, 9001 and 45001.

Personal Characteristics

• Ready for a next career step and interested to work in a fast-growing international organisation.
• Clear ability to engage and collaborate with managers and staff to encourage and sustain a genuine commitment to high standards of EHS performance and to demonstrate the added value of continuous improvement.
• Open and articulate with personal presence and the ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels.
• Energetic, self-motivated, pro-active team player
• Ability to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines whilst paying close attention to detail.
• Good developed analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to produce high-quality, user-friendly reports.

What do we offer?

We offer a challenging position in a dynamic, international organization. with frequent visits to all UK & I Businesses. You report to the HR Director UK & I.