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Health, Safety & Environment (EHS) Coordinator

Job description

Health, Safety & Environment (EHS) Coordinator

Food Manufacturing

Manchester-based, with travel to sister sites

Salary, up to £35K + Benefits


Are you passionate about health, safety and sustainability? Do you thrive on making workplaces safer, healthier and more environmentally responsible? A leading player in the food manufacturing sector is on the lookout for a proactive and enthusiastic EHS Coordinator to join their team based in Manchester (with travel to 2 sister sites).

This is more than just a compliance role – it’s a brilliant opportunity to shape the safety culture, lead behavioural change, and be a driving force in protecting people and the planet. This role offers excellent scope for growth and development.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Coordinating and implementing EHS policies and procedures to ensure full compliance with UK legislation.

  • Supporting colleagues and managers with practical, hands-on SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) guidance.

  • Conducting and leading risk assessments, audits, and inspections across the sites.

  • Playing a key role in accident investigations and driving proactive safety improvements.

  • Championing behavioural safety and contributing to a strong safety-first culture.

  • Leading monthly EHS meetings and maintaining KPIs and management information systems.

  • Working closely with external bodies and coordinating occupational health and welfare programmes in collaboration with People & Culture teams.

  • Delivering and facilitating in-house EHS training to raise awareness and embed best practices.

  • Skill & Experience Needed

  • A team player with excellent communication and coordination skills.

  • Strong working knowledge of Excel and comfortable with data and reporting.

  • Level 4 qualification in Occupational Health & Safety (essential).

  • Level 4 qualification in Environmental Management (desirable).

  • Experience within an H&S department, ideally in a food or drink manufacturing setting (preferred but not essential).

  • A proactive, positive attitude and a genuine passion for EHS.

Why Apply?

  • Work across a dynamic and varied multi-site operation.

  • Be part of a business that genuinely values safety, sustainability, and its people.

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentoring.

  • Make a tangible impact and lead by example in a key business function.

If you’re ready to be a voice for safety and want to help build a healthier, safer workplace for all – apply now and take the next bold step in your EHS career!