Description

Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor

Location: Dartford (Hybrid - up to 4 days from home)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

About the Role:
A leading manufacturing business based in Dartford is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor to support compliance with EHS legislation and promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture within the organization. This role offers hybrid flexibility, with up to four days working from home if required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the EHS Manager and department managers in ensuring compliance with all current and future EHS legislation.
• Foster and promote a proactive EHS culture, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Act as an EHS business partner to line management, offering guidance and support on safety and environmental matters.
• Identify safety and environmental risks and collaborate with departments to implement effective control measures.
• Conduct site inspections and internal audits to maintain compliance with EHS regulations and company policies.
• Develop and implement procedures and compliance programs to enhance safety awareness and environmental responsibility.
• Support and participate in EHS-related committees, including local EHS and Energy Conservation committees.
• Deliver training initiatives, including new hire inductions, safety training, and toolbox talks.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are implemented and tracked.
• Maintain and manage EHS reporting systems, monitoring performance against key indicators.
• Assist in maintaining and developing Environmental Management standards, particularly in line with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Essential Requirements:

• NEBOSH qualification (Diploma or Certificate).
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
• Proven experience in an EHS advisory role within a manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
• Ability to assess risks, conduct audits, and develop compliance programs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in EHS reporting and data analysis.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Flexible hybrid working model.
• Career development opportunities within a leading manufacturing business.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced EHS Advisor to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization. If you meet the essential requirements and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.

Description

Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Advisor

Location: Dartford (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Benefits

Benefits Package:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Bonus scheme (up to 6%)
• Private Medical & Dental
• Strong pension scheme

About Our Client:

Our client is a renowned and well-establishedmanufacturing business committed to maintaining the highest Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor to join their team.

The Role:

Reporting to the EHS Manager, EMEA, the EHS Advisor will play a key role in ensuring compliance with all current and future EHS legislation. The role involves promoting and maintaining a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and visitors while driving a strong EHS culture across the organisation.

This is a full-time position based in Dartford, with flexibility over working hours and occasional travel across the EMEA region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and promotion of an EHS culture, ensuring a safe and healthy working environment.
• Actively participate in the Global Safety Executive Committee and represent the EMEA region.
• Act as an EHS Business Partner to line management, guiding and supporting employees in implementing EHS best practices.
• Assist managers in demonstrating EHS leadership within their departments.
• Identify safety and environmental risks and work with teams to implement mitigation strategies.
• Conduct inspections and internal audits to ensure compliance with EHS regulations and internal standards.
• Develop and maintain EHS procedures and compliance programs to drive a safety-first culture.
• Participate in local EHS and Energy Conservation Committee meetings.
• Deliver EHS training, including induction programs, toolbox talks, fire warden, and first aid training.
• Ensure all EHS incidents and near misses are reported, investigated, and corrective actions are tracked to completion.
• Maintain and monitor incident logs, accident statistics, and electronic reporting systems.
• Assess EHS implications of new materials, equipment, and processes, ensuring proper control measures are in place.
• Support the maintenance and development of ISO 14001 (Environmental) and ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) standards.
• Drive continuous improvement across all EHS-related activities.
• Undertake any other duties as specified by the EHS Manager.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Experience in an EHS role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, risk assessments, and compliance requirements.
• Previous experience with ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 is desirable.
• Proven ability to influence and engage at all levels of an organisation.
• Strong training and communication skills, with experience delivering safety training.
• Proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and incident investigation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading manufacturing business with a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence.

If you are an EHS professional looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and supportive environment, apply today!