Job Description
EHS Lead
Up to £55,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Permanent role in Wrexham
Monday - Friday, Days
Additional Benefits:
- 35 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Enhanced Pension Scheme
- Subsidised Canteen
- Company Bonus
- Career Development Opportunities
Are you a passionate Environmental, Health & Safety professional looking to make a significant impact within a manufacturing environment? Do you have the drive to influence culture, improve compliance, and lead continuous improvement initiatives? If so, we would love to hear from you.
We are supporting a reputable food manufacturing organisation in the recruitment of an experienced EHS Lead to take ownership of all Environmental, Health & Safety activities across the site. This is a key leadership role focused on driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting operational excellence.
The Role of the EHS Lead:
- Lead and own all Environmental, Health & Safety activities on-site, ensuring compliance with legislation, corporate standards, and internal policies.
- Drive risk assessments across all departments and ensure effective corrective and preventative actions are implemented.
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve EHS management systems.
- Plan and lead internal audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
- Champion a strong safety-first culture through coaching, mentoring, engagement, and behavioural safety initiatives.
- Act as the key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory authorities and auditors.
- Support alignment of EHS priorities with operational objectives and wider business initiatives.
- Manage incident investigations, claims processes, and associated governance activities, including liaison with legal and insurance providers.
- Analyse and report on EHS performance metrics, identifying trends and driving improvement plans.
- Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on all EHS-related matters.
The Ideal EHS Lead Will Have:
- Proven experience in an Environmental, Health & Safety leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and environmental compliance requirements.
- Experience developing and implementing EHS management systems.
- Demonstrable experience leading audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- A proactive approach to driving behavioural and cultural change.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership abilities.
- Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent) desirable.
- Experience within FMCG or food manufacturing would be advantageous.
Similar Job Titles / Skills:
EHS Manager, Health & Safety Manager, SHE Manager, HSE Lead, Environmental Health & Safety Manager, Safety Manager, Compliance Manager.
The Company:
A highly reputable food manufacturer committed to maintaining the highest standards of Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Environmental responsibility. This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation that values continuous improvement, employee development, and a positive working culture.
Friendly Note:
If this opportunity is not quite right for you but you are considering your next career move, please contact us for a confidential discussion regarding your career aspirations.
To Apply
This vacancy is advertised by Travail Employment Group who are acting as an Employment Agency.
Once you apply, your application will be reviewed by a consultant. If successful, we will be in contact within 7 days. If you do not hear from us within this period, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.
All candidates registering with Travail Employment Group will be required to provide proof of identity and evidence of any qualifications, training, or experience deemed necessary by our client for this position.
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