Onsite EHS Specialist for Aerospace & Engineering

Gold Group; Monkton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and engineering firm is seeking an experienced Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to join their team at Prestwick Airport. This hands-on role will provide vital EHS support, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and fostering a culture of safety. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Management and relevant EHS experience. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential as the specialist will liaise with management and regulatory authorities.

Qualifications

• Practical EHS experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or mechanical environment.
• Relevant experience as an EHS specialist or equivalent role.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day EHS support to management and employees.
• Ensure compliance with UK Environmental, Health & Safety legislation.
• Act as the primary EHS point of contact on site.
• Prepare and maintain EHS compliance documentation.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Lead workplace risk assessments and develop Safe Working Instructions.
• Evaluate workplace hazards and support new projects.
• Develop and deliver EHS training and awareness programmes.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Practical EHS experience

Solid verbal and written English

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Management

Job description

A leading aerospace and engineering firm is seeking an experienced Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to join their team at Prestwick Airport. This hands-on role will provide vital EHS support, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and fostering a culture of safety. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Health & Safety or Environmental Management and relevant EHS experience. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential as the specialist will liaise with management and regulatory authorities.