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EHS Support Specialist

Robert Walters
Derby Full-time GBP 104,000 – 130,000
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Role: EHS Specialist

Location: Derbyshire

Rate: £400-500pd

Job type: Temp, 9-12 months

A manufacturing business is looking to appoint an EHS Support Specialist to support site operations during a busy period of operational change and project activity.

This is a hands-on, site-based role suited to someone who enjoys being operationally involved, working closely with engineering, production and contractor teams to maintain high environmental, health & safety standards within a complex industrial environment.

Key responsibilities:

  • Supporting day-to-day EHS activities across site

  • Assisting with hazardous chemical management, COSHH and SDS reviews

  • Coordinating contractors, RAMS reviews and permit to work activities

  • Supporting audits, inspections and compliance reporting

  • Assisting with incident investigations and corrective actions

  • Supporting environmental compliance, waste management and emergency preparedness

  • Providing EHS input into site projects, modifications and change activities

What we're looking for:
  • Previous experience within an industrial, manufacturing, engineering or chemical environment

  • Strong understanding of UK EHS legislation and practical application

  • Experience with contractor management, risk assessments and incident investigations

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced plant environment

  • Strong communication and organisational skills

  • Degree qualified in a relevant scientific or chemical discipline

Desirable:
  • COMAH or chemical manufacturing exposure

  • ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 experience

  • NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established international business during a key operational period, offering broad exposure across EHS, compliance and site projects.

Please apply for a confidential discussion.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

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