Lead EHS EMEAI
Lead EHS EMEAI
Flexible base location in UK/France/Germany/Switzerland
Salary 6 figures + Bonus + CA + HC + Pension
We are searching for a senior manager, a Lead EHS EMEAI, for our client operating in the chemical manufacturing sector. They aspire for all employees to live and work to their full potential and foster a unique environment, where each employee is empowered to create value for the business, with a commitment to safety and compliance. A global group with 1800 employees and 19 manufacturing plants worldwide, they are leaders in producing innovative technology of performance additives, process solutions and chemical intermediates. Their solutions are essential to many diverse industries and applications, creating extraordinary results.
The Role:
The EHS Manager drives the Environmental, Health & Safety related culture, awareness and leadership at all levels across the organisation by developing, implementing and improving EHS management systems, policies and procedures. The incumbent ensures compliance with relevant external (e.g. ISO, Responsible Care) and internal (e.g. Corporate Compliance) standards and the effective use of tools (e.g. EPIC/Benchmark). The EHS Lead compiles reports and issues management system reviews to document performance and drive corrective actions. They are also tasked to ensure an adequate level of training and understanding in the EMEAI organisation in relation to EHS and also to support the Quality function across the region.
The responsibility is performed by following corporate directions and by striving for alignment with corporate (e.g. EHS, Regulatory) and regional functions in sites, sales and supply chain. The incumbent provides guidelines for the operational EHS organisations. Site locations are in UK, France, Germany and Switzerland and you can be based in any of these locations.
How You Will Make an Impact:
- Drive EHS related culture, awareness and leadership at all levels across the organisation
- Ensure regional implementation of corporate requirements, guidelines and standards, promote definition of EMEAI standards as well as implementation of best practice.
- Lead the regional EHS initiatives, for meeting KPI targets and obtaining continuous improvement, ensuring timely reporting of performance and corrective actions.
- Guide the preparation of expense forecasts for EHS in the region, analyse and approve EHS capital investments that best meet the business needs.
- Actively participate as regional representative in the Group’s EHS steering team, ensuring two-way communication between region and the team, and drive implementation of initiatives.
The Person:
- Educated to degree level with a professional qualification relating to EHS.
- Experience of working in a Manufacturing organisation within the Environmental, Health & Safety function ideally in a Seveso/COMAH location. Experience of Quality Management / Continuous Improvement tools and techniques would be beneficial.
- As an influencer, you will be able to drive the strategy across the sites whilst engaging with the EHS team to deliver results. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required and a great understanding of cultural nuances.
- Being autonomous, you will plan your travel accordingly based on deliverables and requirements in the plants.
- With flexibility to travel occasionally, you can be based in the UK, France, Germany or Switzerland and the organisation requires you to work from your base location 3 days per week.
Remuneration:
Base salary is country specific and is c6 figures and exceptional benefits are included in the package associated with a global organisation which values its employees. They strive for all employees to nurture physical, mental and emotional health both personally and professionally. Their commitment to health and wellness centres around prevention, early detection and embracing a healthy lifestyle. Some offerings may vary by role or country, but may include:
- Physical Health benefits including healthcare packages and vision care subsidies.
- Financial Wellness opportunities including life assurance and enhanced employer pension contributions.
- Wellbeing benefits including additional holiday entitlement, flexible and hybrid working opportunities, access to mental health support, various optional social activities, and fruit available on site.
- Progression opportunities including access to learning and development programmes that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally.
To Apply:
Email your CV to our retained consultants, Kendall Poole Consulting FAO Alison Poole, Managing Director, asp@kendallpoole.com, reference: 2620. Successful candidates will be contacted within 3 weeks.
