EHS Consultant Manchester

EHS Contract Position
Location: Greater Manchester
Inside IR35 - PAYE Via Umbrella
Day rate: 450-480 per day.
Start ASAP.

We're looking for an experienced EHS professional for an initial 6-month contract with a chemical manufacturing business in Greater Manchester.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, taking ownership and making a real impact.

You'll have the opportunity to review the current EHS arrangements, identify areas for improvement and help strengthen health, safety and environmental standards across the business.

What you'll be involved in:

• Reviewing and improving existing EHS systems, processes and documentation.
• Supporting improvements in occupational health and occupational hygiene.
• Reviewing PPE arrangements and identifying opportunities to improve standards.
• Managing chemical safety and associated risks within a manufacturing environment.
• Supporting environmental management.
• Reviewing and improving risk assessments, workplace safety and general site arrangements.
• Working with employees and operational teams to build relationships and embed good EHS practices.
• Supporting the wider business, including occasional visits to a small warehouse and head office.

What we're looking for:

• Previous EHS experience within manufacturing.
• Strong practical knowledge of health, safety and environmental management.
• Experience improving EHS systems and identifying gaps in existing arrangements.
• Familiarity with occupational hygiene, chemical safety and environmental management systems.
• Someone approachable, proactive and confident working independently.
• Strong communication and people skills, with the ability to bring employees along through a period of change.

Contract details:

• Location: Greater Manchester
• Duration: 6 months initially, with potential for extension

This is an opportunity to put your own stamp on a business, make practical improvements and help shape its EHS approach as it moves into its next phase.
If you're interested or would like to find out more, please get in touch frida.carr@hserecruitment.co.uk.