Environmental Health & Safety Lead In this key role you will support the EHS Manager in delivering all aspects of EHS in a food manufacturing site. Leading day-to-day management of EHS operations & manage two other individuals. You will ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, overseeing a proactive safety culture, & supporting CI to protect people, property, & the environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead the day-to-day operations of the EHS department, including in absence of the EHS Manager Regularly review & update risk assessments, safe operating procedures, work instructions, & site's safety statement Monitor & analyse incident reports & safety metrics; ensure daily performance statistics are compiled & presented to the operations team Oversee prompt investigation & documentation of accidents, incidents, & near misses. Support managers in developing & implementing corrective actions Manage the internal audit program; conduct safety inspections, generate reports, & coordinate with department representatives to ensure timely close-out of findings Proactively identify opportunities for safety performance improvement & support the development of site-wide EHS initiatives in collaboration with the EHS Manager Support preparation & readiness for external regulatory & compliance audits Co-ordinate safety-related training, ensuring all mandatory & ongoing training needs are met on schedule. Maintain & update the training matrix Create & deliver EHS communications, including toolbox talks & safety alerts, to reinforce a strong safety culture across the site Manage site emergency preparedness programs, including fire & chemical safety, & workplace vehicle protocols Oversee contractor safety in partnership with the engineering dept; deliver contractor training, reviewing documentation, & conduct audits of contractor activities Qualifications, Skills & Experience: Essential Skills: - Excellent communication skills both oral and written - clearly explain safety procedures across all levels of the organisation Experience managing a team. Able to hit the ground running. Level 8 qualification in H&S or a related discipline. 1-3 years' experience in a manufacturing or high-risk environment Manual Handling Instructor certification Train the Trainer qualification Occupational First Aid certification Good attention to detail, with excellent administrative, reporting, & literacy skills Proficient in Microsoft Office & EHS-related software platforms Self-motivated, capable of working independently & as part of a cross-functional team Be able to undertake some travel. Benefits: A competitive salary and benefits package. Skills: environmental management health and safety management EHS management auditing