EHS Manager

Key Responsibilities

EHS Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement the organisation's EHS strategy aligned with corporate objectives and operational priorities.
• Lead the organisation in creating a proactive and sustainable safety culture.
• Provide strategic EHS leadership to executive teams and senior management.
• Establish group-wide EHS policies, standards, and governance frameworks.

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and environmental legislation across all operational locations.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure organisational readiness and compliance.
• Oversee regulatory engagement, inspections, and compliance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with relevant international standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.

Risk Management

• Lead enterprise-wide EHS risk identification and mitigation strategies.
• Oversee hazard identification, risk assessments, and control frameworks.
• Implement proactive risk management practices to minimise workplace incidents and environmental impact.
• Ensure robust incident investigation processes and root cause analysis.

Environmental & Sustainability Leadership

• Lead the organisation's environmental management strategy including waste management, emissions control, and environmental compliance.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and environmental performance improvement programmes.
• Ensure environmental reporting and compliance with regulatory authorities.

Operational Oversight

• Provide oversight and support for EHS performance across all operational sites and projects.
• Ensure EHS standards are embedded in engineering, construction, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Monitor performance through KPIs, audits, and performance reviews.

EHS Management Systems

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organisation's EHS Management Systems.
• Ensure alignment with international standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Lead internal and external audits and certification processes.
• Drive continuous improvement through structured management systems.

People Leadership & Culture

• Lead and develop the organisation's EHS team across multiple locations.
• Provide coaching, training, and professional development for EHS professionals and operational leaders.
• Promote leadership accountability for safety performance at all organisational levels.
• Champion behavioural safety and employee engagement programmes.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with operational leadership teams to embed EHS into day-to-day business operations.
• Work with clients, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure high safety and environmental standards.
• Represent the organisation on EHS matters with regulatory bodies and industry organisations.

Budget & Resource Management

• Manage EHS departmental budgets and resource planning.
• Evaluate and implement investments in safety systems, technology, and training.
• Ensure efficient use of resources to achieve EHS performance targets.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strategic EHS leadership and governance
• Deep knowledge of environmental and health & safety legislation
• Strong risk management and incident investigation capability
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to influence organisational culture and drive behavioural change
• Effective communication and reporting skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Professional qualification such as NEBOSH Diploma, Chartered IOSH membership, or equivalent
• 10+ years' experience in EHS roles with significant leadership responsibility
• Experience managing multi-site or international EHS operations
• Proven track record of improving EHS performance and culture
• Experience working with complex operational environments (construction, engineering, manufacturing, or industrial sectors)