EHS Manager

Are you passionate about Health & Safety and the Environment in which you work? Do you have experience of eliminating risk in a manufacturing or production environment? Here at JELD-WEN UK, a global organisation that produces and manufactures Doors and Doorsets, we’re looking for an EHS Manager to be based in Penrith, UK.

You will have functional and technical knowledge in EHS performance and management controls enabling you to assign responsibility for tasks and decisions, monitor process, progress, and results. You will report to the site Plant Manager, with two direct reports and you will work closely with the wider operational team. You will be a powerful influencer to support decision making based on facts, with a hands-on approach to the delivery of our Penrith EHS Strategy.

We offer this role on a permanent basis, offering a competitive salary, up to 10% bonus, 25 days holiday + 8 statutory BH’s with the opportunity to purchase 5 extra days, up to 7.5% Pension and Private Health Insurance (BUPA), electric car salary sacrifice scheme and opportunities to grow and develop your career.

What your impact will be:

• Responsible for the EHS Management of Penrith.
• Plan, implement, coordinate programmes to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illness and claims by showing due diligence around environmental impacts.
• Assist and support personnel in safety and environmental hazard assessment including the implementation of effective control measures.
• Provide up to date advice and guidance to the management team on legal compliance, best practice, strategy implementation and industry standards.
• Assist and support the management team on environmental permits for associated areas.
• Ensure compliance with company management and ISO accreditations, ISO 14001, 45001 and 9001 where appropriate.
• Ensure effective distribution of EHS resources across the site to meet business demands.
• Lead contact for liaison and interaction with enforcing authorities.
• Lead contact for customer in area of responsibility relating to EHS.
• Compile and evaluate incident statistics to identify patterns and trends to target risk reduction and monitor effectiveness of EHS strategy.
• Develop and deliver new and refresher in house training programmes.
• Compile EHS performance reports for Penrith.
• Liaising with enforcing authorities in area of responsibility.
• Attend and facilitate EHS meetings onsite in Penrith.
• Live the JELD-WEN values and drive a positive EHS culture.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Previous EHS experience working in a manufacturing environment or similar industry in an EHS Management role.
• Professional qualification in Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Management - NEBOSH Diploma or country specific equivalent.
• A proven track record of successful delivery of HSE processes, policies and initiatives resulting in improved standards and behavioural change, with the ability to adopt a strategic approach.
• Leadership experience of a small team, within a larger organisation alongside mentoring experience of direct reports and others within the wider business.
• Confident communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders across all operational teams.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Team player, driving alignment and collaboration.
• Proficient IT skills, presenting skills, report writing, statistical analysis and development of training packages.
• Must be fluent in both written and spoken English.

Why join us 

"We are passionate about doors and are one of the world's largest manufacturers in this field. If you want to join us, we provide an international environment, a high level of flexibility, great potential for personal development and the opportunity to work with strong brands".

About JELD-WEN

JELD-WEN, founded in 1960, is a leading global manufacturer of doors and windows, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina with over 18,000 employees worldwide. JELD-WEN Europe designs, manufactures, and distributes interior and exterior doors and doorsets in wood and steel. It is comprised of 23 manufacturing locations and employs approximately 6,000 people across the UK, France, Central Europe and Northern Europe. Offerings include fire-rated and security solutions under brands such as BOS, DANA, Domoferm, Dooria, HSE, JELD-WEN, Kellpax, Kilsgaard, Swedoor and Zargag. JELD-WEN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Unless explicitly requested or approached by JELD-WEN, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from head-hunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

Next steps

Submit your application and CV as we will interview suitable candidates as they apply. For more information, you are welcome to contact Silvia Rotter ([email removed])