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Location: London, United Kingdom

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This is a 12-month contract, with an immediate start. The role offers hybrid working, with 3 days on site in London.

Looking for opportunities with purpose, impact and possibilities? Our client, Vertex, is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. As they grow their pipeline at pace, they are strengthening their reputation for creating transformative medicines for people with serious diseases.

General Summary:

The Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability (EHSS) Senior Specialist will contribute to the effective management of the environmental, health and safety (EHS) program.

The role will apply technical knowledge to identify areas for improvement and implement changes in a collaborative manner.

The role requires good knowledge in multiple EHS disciplines (e.g. environmental and safety permitting, chemical safety, biosafety, radiation safety and other physical agents, laboratory safety, fire safety, ergonomics, facilities safety, sustainability, auditing and inspection).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports EHSS activities/programs at International HQ and International Offices.
• Maintains site EHS programs including record keeping.
• Develops and reviews site policies and procedures.
• Conducts internal audits and inspections.
• Completes and reviews risk assessments.
• Ensures accident investigations are undertaken by managers, providing support where necessary and ensuring improvement strategies are recommended and actioned.
• Provides EHS guidance and training to new team members.
• Attends Safety Committee meetings and other cross-functional team meetings.
• Manages regulatory licenses including environmental permits and regulated chemical licenses.
• Supports EHS sub-team projects.
• Assists with Global EHS programs and collaborations across sites.
• Participates in the site emergency response teams.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Possesses expanded knowledge of federal, national and local environmental, health and safety regulations with a practical approach to implementation.
• Ability to explain complex safety information clearly and concisely.
• Proficient computer and documentation management skills.
• Ability to solve problems and meet project goals.
• EH&S experience in Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology research.
• Training that may be required depending on the role: HAZWOPER, RCRA, DOT/IATA.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology or Life Science related discipline.
• Environmental, Health or Safety qualification e.g. NEBOSH certificate, IOSH, ASP.

Vertex is partnering with Talent Works to manage their international temporary job openings. If you are successful in your application, you will be employed by Talent Works to work on a temporary assignment at Vertex.