Junior Freelance EHS Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) consultant for a freelance opportunity. This role involves providing full-time onsite support at a manufacturing facility specializing in optical components for augmented reality devices. The consultant will focus on chemical safety while managing generalist EHS tasks, ensuring that safety processes align with operational needs. If you have 2-3 years of relevant experience and are ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this is an excellent chance to advance your career in EHS consulting.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in EHS consulting with a focus on chemical safety.
• Ability to manage generalist EHS tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite safety walks to identify hazards and provide EHS administrative support.
• Review and update existing EHS programs under site director's guidance.

Skills

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS)

Chemical Safety

Generalist EHS Tasks

Safety Walks

Education

TechIosh or above

Job description

Elvis Eckardt Recruitment & Sales Solutions Limited

Location:

Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

692ad3f45433

Job Views:

2

Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Project Opportunity: Freelance EHS Consultant (2-3 Years Experience)

Level of Experience: 2-3 Years

Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK

We are seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) consultant to provide temporary, full-time onsite support at a manufacturing facility in Abingdon, Oxfordshire.

The site specializes in producing optical components for wearable Augmented Reality (AR) devices and has recently converted warehouse space for new manufacturing equipment installations.

Project Overview

The assignment involves supporting EHS functions, with a particular focus on chemical safety, while managing generalist EHS tasks. The consultant will work directly with the site's EHS Director, who requires additional support to ensure EHS processes do not hinder operations.

• Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK
• Start Date: Late April/Early May 2025
• Duration: 3-6 Months initially
• EHS Focus: Primarily chemical safety, with a generalist skill set
• Required Certificates: TechIosh or above

Tasks:

• Perform onsite safety walks to identify potential hazards
• EH&S administrative support as needed (updating databases, etc.)
• Review/update existing EHS programs under the direction of the site director
• Assist with other EHS projects as assigned by the site director.
• The consultant will operate under the main contractor's supervision and coordinate with an external project manager based in the U.S.

Next Steps:

• We are currently identifying available EHS consultants with the necessary experience and immediate availability. Please provide a CV and confirm availability for November.

If you meet these qualifications and are available to support this project, we look forward to receiving your application.