REACH Compliance Program Manager

Belcan; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan in Lincoln is seeking an experienced Senior Programme Manager / REACH Coordinator to lead a critical REACH compliance and business continuity programme in a leading engineering and manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Head of Environmental Health & Safety, you will coordinate and deliver the REACH Compliance Programme, ensuring ongoing compliance with UK and EU REACH regulations for chemicals and metal coatings used on gas turbine products and services.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Chemistry, Environmental Science or Toxicology.
• Proven Programme/Project Management experience in manufacturing/engineering.
• Extensive knowledge of REACH legislation and EHS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the REACH Compliance Programme across the business.
• Manage the REACH programme regarding chemicals and metal coatings used on gas turbines.
• Manage programme delivery, governance, timelines and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with UK, EU and global REACH and EHS regulations.
• Drive business continuity activities to mitigate risks from REACH sunset dates.
• Coordinate materials compliance and tracking across product lines.
• Engage with stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, procurement and EHS functions.
• Provide programme updates, risk management and compliance reporting to senior leadership.

Skills

Chemistry

Environmental Science

Toxicology

Stakeholder engagement

Programme management

REACH knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Gas turbine experience

Education

Degree in Chemistry / Environmental Science / Toxicology

Job description

Location: Lincoln (Teal Park)

Contract: 12 Months

We are seeking an experienced Senior Programme Manager / REACH Coordinator to lead a critical compliance and business continuity programme within a leading engineering and manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Head of Environmental Health & Safety, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering the REACH Compliance Programme, ensuring continued compliance with UK and EU REACH regulations relating to chemicals and metal coatings used across gas turbine products and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the REACH Compliance Programme across the business.


• Manage and coordinate the Reach programme regarding chemicals and metal coatings used on gas turbines.


• Manage programme delivery, governance, timelines, and budgets.


• Ensure compliance with UK, EU, and global REACH and EHS regulations.


• Drive business continuity activities to mitigate risks associated with REACH sunset dates.


• Coordinate materials compliance and tracking activities across product lines.


• Engage with key stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and EHS functions.


• Provide programme updates, risk management, and compliance reporting to senior leadership.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong background in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Toxicology, or a related scientific discipline.


• Proven Programme/Project Management experience within manufacturing or engineering environments.


• Extensive knowledge of REACH legislation and EHS regulations.


• Experience managing compliance programmes involving chemicals, coatings, or regulated materials.


• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders across multiple business functions.


• Experience as a REACH Coordinator, Compliance Manager, Regulatory Specialist, or similar.


• Experience within gas turbines, power generation, aerospace, or heavy manufacturing sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile regulatory programme, ensuring long-term business continuity and compliance within a complex engineering environment.