Full job descriptionInterim EHS Manager (UK & Ireland)
Overview
We are partnering with a leading manufacturing business to appoint an experienced Interim EHS Manager to oversee Health, Safety and Environmental activities across multiple sites in the UK and Ireland.
This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving EHS strategy, ensuring legal compliance, maintaining management systems and promoting a strong safety-first culture across the organisation. The successful candidate will work closely with site leadership teams to embed best practice and deliver continuous improvement initiatives.
Please note: this is an interim contract position only.
Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
*Ensure compliance with all relevant UK and Irish Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
*Maintain and improve ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
*Support external audits, inspections and certification processes.
*Act as the key point of contact for regulatory bodies and external stakeholders.
EHS Leadership & Culture
*Work closely with site leadership teams to drive a positive EHS culture.
*Lead safety committees, site meetings and engagement initiatives.
*Promote behavioural safety and employee involvement across all locations.
*Develop and implement EHS policies, procedures and standards.
Risk Management & Incident Investigation
*Conduct risk assessments, PUWER assessments, COSHH evaluations and HAZOP reviews.
*Lead accident and incident investigations using recognised root cause analysis techniques.
*Implement corrective and preventive actions and monitor effectiveness.
*Ensure robust reporting and follow-up of near misses and safety observations.
Environmental Management
*Drive environmental improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, energy efficiency and sustainability.
*Manage environmental compliance requirements, permits and reporting obligations.
*Support projects relating to wastewater management, resource efficiency and carbon reduction.
*Ensure effective hazardous waste management and spill response processes.
Training & Development
*Deliver EHS training, inductions and awareness programmes.
*Coach and support managers in meeting their safety responsibilities.
*Develop competency programmes for high-risk activities and operational teams.
*Promote continual learning and best practice across the business.
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for an experienced EHS professional with:
*Significant Health, Safety and Environmental leadership experience within manufacturing, food, FMCG, industrial or process environments.
*Proven experience managing EHS activities across multiple sites.
*Strong working knowledge of UK and Irish EHS legislation.
*Experience maintaining and improving ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
*Strong background in auditing, incident investigation and root cause analysis.
*Experience implementing behavioural safety and continuous improvement programmes.
*Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.
*Strong communication and coaching abilities.
*Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across multiple sites.
Preferred Qualifications
*NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent).
*CMIOSH or working towards Chartered status.
*Lead Auditor qualification in ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001.
*Additional qualifications in Environmental Management, Fire Safety, COSHH, First Aid or related disciplines would be advantageous