Wood is looking for a EHS Specialist in Environmental Compliance and Construction Safety to join our busy team on a 18-month PAYE contract, based at our client’s site full time in Worthing in West Sussex.
This is a site-based role, with a requirement to be on site during working days; Flexible working arrangements are subject to discussion on a case-by-case basis.
Please note that all employment is subject to completion of mandatory pre-employment screening checks relevant to this role.
The role:
We are seeking an experienced professional to join a high performing team on one of our clients flagship sites. As the site’s Environmental Specialist and a core member of the EHS team, you will bring unquestioned environmental technical proficiency to the role and a demonstrable ability to drive continuous EHS improvement and risk reduction. You will develop a truly engaging EHS culture where everyone works together to reduce risks in a culture which allows people to be at their best. You will be experienced in leading successful EHS programmes.
The successful applicant will be responsible for overall management and improvement of Environmental Sustainability performance across the site, working with the Engineering team, the EHS Director and other team members as appropriate. This position will include leading and hosting audits in Environmental Compliance, Construction / Demolition and other EHS topics. You may also get the opportunity to act as the deputy for the EHS Director as appropriate.
Why join Process & Energy?
The P&E part of the business, which sits in the Operations part of the business can offer a wide range of opportunities which will allow you to develop your skills across a portfolio of onshore projects in different sectors. Our current portfolio includes green hydrogen and fuel switching, as well as supporting local clients with energy transition. Additionally, we work on UK refineries, petrochemical facilities, fine chemicals and pharmaceutical facilities. We have a number of clients who we are working with to design their pilot plants to test exciting new technologies, with a view to partnering with them as they move to design and build full scale commercial facilities.
We have some of the best engineers in the UK, and we have high expectations on the performance of the project teams. Come and join us and be part of the team at this exciting time.
What we can offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion ; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
- Flexible benefits package ; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
- Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
- Global connections ; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
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At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, Science, Environmental Health and Safety, or in relevant technical disciplines.
- NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) Certificate, or an equivalent qualification in Construction Safety or Environmental Management.
- Experience working with multiple engineering disciplines (Maintenance, Utilities, Compliance, Reliability or Capital) within a manufacturing, process safety, or industrial environment.
- Experience managing and delivering technical or operational projects.
- Excellent communication across all levels of the organization.
- Experience working in the pharmaceutical industry or a regulated manufacturing environment.
- Dangerous Goods: Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser Certificate;
- Operational knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes in the pharmaceutical or FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) or any other high hazard industry.
- Chartered status in relevant Engineering, Scientific or Technical discipline.
- The ability to coach/mentor/inspire site front line leaders, engineers, and technicians in order to ensure they can proactively identify risks and implement robust solutions is a core skill.
- Exceptional influencing, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.
- Sound working knowledge of the physical infrastructure of a Pharma site and processes.
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
