Regional EH&S Manager- EMEA

eBay; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global ecommerce leader is seeking a Regional EH&S Manager to oversee health and safety operations in the Greater London area. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of experience in environmental health and safety within industrial or logistics environments, demonstrating a strong knowledge of UK, German, and EU regulations. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to foster a proactive safety culture. Opportunities for significant influence in a growing team await the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of EH&S experience in industrial, logistics, or operations environments.
• Solid understanding of UK HSE, German occupational safety, and EU regulations.
• Certifications like NEBOSH, IOSH, or DGUV are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to UK, German, and EU EH&S regulations.
• Lead regular risk assessments and site inspections.
• Track and analyze EH&S performance metrics.
• Collaborate with Operations and Global EH&S teams.
• Coordinate investigation and response to incidents.
• Advocate for a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Develop robust safety management systems.
• Lead EH&S implications of operational changes.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Incident Management

Leadership & Culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts.

Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet.

Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.

About the role and team

With innovative and exciting operational initiatives, the Authentication Operations team is a fast-paced and passion-filled group! We are cross‑functional and together drive an emerging business unit within eBay. We are seeking a Regional EH&S Manager out of our Ruislip UK site to lead the EMEA EH&S operations.

You will be joining the growing Authentication health and safety team with the opportunity to influence a fast‑growing business within eBay significantly. The Regional EH&S Manager holds responsibility for leading and advising all elements of the EMEA health and safety program in an active warehouse/office environment. This role ensures adherence to regulations and company standards while encouraging a strong, proactive safety culture. Success depends on close collaboration with cross‑functional groups to weave safety into daily operations and initiatives. This person will lead by example, engage employees at every level, and continually refine systems to lower risk. This leader brings experience in EH&S for distribution and can clearly express, develop, and support a risk‑focused, prevention program. Reporting to the Global EH&S manager, this individual will support EMEA locations through program implementation, risk assessments, and proactive risk management.

What You Will Accomplish

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant UK, German, and EU EH&S regulations (e.g., HSE, BMAS, UBA), maintaining robust compliance programs, audits, and reporting to governing bodies.
• Risk Management: Lead regular risk assessments and site inspections, driving identification, mitigation, and resolution of hazards through structured corrective actions.
• Performance & Strategy: Track and analyze EH&S performance metrics, supporting strategic goals and continuous improvement across regional operations.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with Operations, Facilities, Security, and Global EH&S teams to align safety initiatives with business priorities.
• Incident Management: Coordinate investigation and response to incidents and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis and implementation of effective preventive measures across facilities.
• Leadership & Culture: Advocate for a proactive safety culture through open communication, education, and participation throughout all tiers of the organization.
• Continuous Improvement: Apply data and PDCA principles to develop robust safety management systems, standardize procedures, and optimize performance.
• Management of Change: Maintain involvement in operational planning and lead EH&S implications of changes, ensuring risks are identified and controls are implemented optimally.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of EH&S experience in industrial, logistics, or operations environments, with regional oversight preferred.
• Solid understanding of UK HSE, German occupational safety (Arbeitsschutz), and EU environmental regulations.
• Certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or DGUV accreditation preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Proficiency in English and German highly desirable.

Please see the Talent Privacy Notice for information regarding how eBay handles your personal data collected when you use the eBay Careers website or apply for a job with eBay.

eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible.