Manager, EHS

Thermo Fisher Scientific; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the scientific sector seeks an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager for their Loughborough site. The role involves managing EHS processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading safety initiatives. Candidates should possess strong EHS experience, leadership skills, and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on EHS experience, especially in relevant industries.
• Experience working with regulators on COMAH, IPPC, Waste Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage Environment, Health, Safety, and Process Safety for Loughborough sites.
• Develop and implement an EHS system & framework ensuring compliance.
• Lead site EHS ensuring compliance with legislation and standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Project Management

Leadership

Behavioral Safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety

NEBOSH National Diploma

Member of IOSH

Member of IEMA

Job description

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Environmental Conditions
Office, some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.)

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office, some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.)

As part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work and have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development! With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make meaningful contributions to the world. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe, or helping find cures for cancer.

How will you make an impact?
The EHS Manager will lead Loughborough site(s) EHS and PSM improvement programmes. Accountable for leading the Safety Management System, developing, optimising, and continuously improving EHS processes ensuring the continued safe manufacturing of our products.

This is achieved through leading and collaborating with multi-functional teams driving a safety starts with me attitude. Through continuous improvement methodologies (PPI), develop the site EHS capabilities and site engagement to enhance our safety performance.

Job Title: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Direct Report To: Director, Operations

Career Band: 7

Group/Division: LSLPG/LCD

Position Location: UK – Loughborough – Bishop Meadow Road/Bakewell Road

Position Summary:

• Manage Environment, Health, Safety, and Process Safety for Loughborough sites
• Develop and implement an EHS system & framework ensuring compliance with legislation, procedures, group initiatives, and industry standards
• Act as the point of contact with Regulatory Authorities, including arranging visits and managing actions
• Track and evaluate site EHS performance, providing reports to ensure compliance and improvement

Responsibilities:

Environmental Health & Safety

• Establish and maintain EHS management system and programs
• Lead site EHS ensuring compliance with legislation and standards
• Participate in the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
• Ensure timely and accurate regulatory reporting
• Collaborate with EHS leadership and risk management teams to implement strategies
• Support operational teams with EHS programs, training, and risk assessments
• Develop metrics and report on EHS performance
• Influence and lead the EHS culture on site
• Lead behavioral safety initiatives and feedback mechanisms
• Serve as a technical resource for complex EHS compliance issues
• Engage with workforce through training and communication
• Review incident reports and assist in investigations
• Manage EHS budget and strategic initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement (PPI) in EHS
• Stay ahead of legislation and industry trends
• Promote company values: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement

Essentials

• Extensive hands-on EHS experience, especially in relevant industries
• Experience working with regulators on COMAH, IPPC, Waste Management, etc.
• Understanding of ISO14001 EMS
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Proven training, investigation, and project management skills
• Experience in behavioral safety and human factors
• Leadership and influencing skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field
• NEBOSH National Diploma or General Certificate
• Member of IOSH (Grad, Tech, or Chartered)
• Member of IEMA (Full or Chartered)
• Experience leading ISO14001 EMS
• Knowledge of HSE and EA guidance and ACOPs