Health & Safety (EHS) Controller

CBSbutler Holdings Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Facilities Management and Real Estate team as an EHS Controller, where you will play a crucial role in fostering a safe and inclusive work environment. In this 12-month contract position, you will ensure compliance with safety standards, conduct audits, and guide management on best practices. This role offers the chance to work on strategic projects and make a significant impact on workplace safety culture. If you are passionate about EHS and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum NEBOSH qualification required for this role.
• Strong understanding of EHS requirements and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support FMRE team to ensure risk controls and compliance are in place.
• Conduct EHS inspections and provide expert advice for projects.

Skills

EHS Compliance

Risk Assessment

Auditing

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

NEBOSH Qualification

Job description

Our client is seeking an Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Controller to join their Facilities Management and Real Estate (FMRE) team based in Broughton.

12-month contract

As an EHS Controller, you will play a vital role in supporting and enabling the business to create an inclusive, values-driven, and engaging working environment - all while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support the local FMRE team to ensure appropriate risk controls are in place for their activities and those of service providers.
2. Ensure compliance with regulations concerning the introduction and ongoing maintenance of new plant and work equipment.
3. Review safety management systems of prospective FMRE contractors as part of the pre-qualification process.
4. Conduct EHS inspections on internal operations and service provider activities; support the documentation of formal records and action plans.
5. Provide expert EHS advice for a variety of strategic projects, including feasibility studies and design reviews.
6. Implement processes and conduct compliance audits to ensure adherence to all legal requirements.
7. Ensure all work-related incidents - from near misses to lost time injuries and environmental events - are reported, thoroughly investigated, and followed up with remedial actions.
8. Apply a strong knowledge of EHS requirements related to Facilities Management, including construction and maintenance processes, as well as national workplace laws and regulations.
9. Guide operational management and local safety support teams on best practices.
10. Promote EHS culture at all levels of the organisation.

Experience & Qualifications:

1. Minimum NEBOSH qualification.
2. Experienced with liaising with key business stakeholders, and able to build a rapport with the business at this level.
3. Strong understanding of risk assessments, auditing and H&S.
4. Ideally from a facilities management, construction or maintenance background.

CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.