Health Safety Environment Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive EHS Advisor in Leeds to support train maintenance operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, managing EHS risks, and collaborating with various teams for continuous improvement. Candidates should possess a recognized qualification in Occupational Health and Safety and relevant experience, especially in the rail industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Pension plan

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in EHS roles, ideally in manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Experience in rail industry, especially rolling stock maintenance, is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide EHS support for train maintenance operations.
• Assist in EHS strategy delivery aligned with business goals.
• Lead investigations to improve safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Proactivity

Education

Recognised qualification in Occupational Health and Safety

Membership of a professional EHS body (e.g., IOSH, IIRSM)

Job description

Job Description

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor – Leeds (with additional site coverage)

Full-time | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

We’re looking for a proactive and driven EHS Advisor to join our Environment, Health & Safety team in Leeds. In this key role, you’ll provide on-site EHS support for train maintenance operations, while also offering coverage at additional sites when needed.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the Customer Services EHS team with responsibilities across management systems, compliance, and operational processes.
• Assisting in the delivery of the EHS strategy and roadmap in alignment with wider business goals.
• Leading and supporting investigations to enhance safety practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborating with site teams and management to ensure effective and consistent EHS practices.
• Acting as a subject matter expert across auditing, inspections, and governance activities.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Managing EHS risks associated with operations, projects, and processes.
• Maintaining accurate EHS reporting and ensuring transparent communication with stakeholders.

What we’re looking for:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence staff and leadership teams.
• Strong investigative and analytical thinking with a solution-oriented mindset.
• A collaborative team player who thrives on driving improvement.
• A proactive attitude toward ongoing professional development.
• A recognised qualification in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Membership of a professional EHS body (e.g., IOSH, IIRSM).
• Practical experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, or heavy industry environment.
• Experience in the rail industry, especially rolling stock maintenance, is highly desirable.

What you’ll get in return:

• Competitive salary
• Company bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension plan
• Flexible benefits scheme to tailor your package to your needs

We're looking for 6-8 years experience, if you meet the above criteria please send your resume to [e-mail] or call on 07723 563972