Senior EHS Coordinator

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior EHS Coordinator to join our team at our Exeter plant. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering professional EHS services, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, and supporting the development and implementation of EHS strategies. As the deputy to the EHS Manager, you will play a critical role in providing technical guidance, managing training programs, and liaising with both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure full compliance with UK legislation and company standards for environment, health, and safety.

• Provide technical advice and support for a complex manufacturing site.

• Design and deliver training programs, including toolbox talks, permit writing, risk assessment, and emergency procedures.

• Maintain training databases, matrices, and annual schedules.

• Assist with internal and external auditing processes.

• Manage annual health surveillance programs and sampling processes.

• Serve as the key point of contact for the Occupational Health program and contract.

• Maintain COSHH systems and provide guidance to site team members.

• Support and develop a team of local shop floor EHS Coordinators.

• Demonstrate an understanding of Human Performance processes and their role in safety management.

• Accurately report and investigate incidents and near misses.

• Actively participate in the site emergency team, providing leadership and on-site attendance when required.

• Engage with key internal and external stakeholders, including contractors, regulators, and enforcement agencies.

• Maintain the H&S Legal Register.

• Complete and review risk assessments and safe systems of work in accordance with current legislation and company standards.

Key Challenges:

• Balancing competing priorities and managing time effectively.

• Coordinating across multiple stakeholders within a complex organizational structure.

• Influencing decision-making at various levels of the business.

• Problem-solving and decision-making in a complex corporate setting.

Communication and Working Relationships:

• Advise, communicate, and direct on health and safety matters.

• Promote a positive health and safety culture across the site.

• Work closely with BU Management, Plant Management, Engineering, HR, and Corporate EHS.

• Collaborate with Operations, Supervisors, and Trade Union Representatives.

• Liaise with regulatory authorities, local councils, and contractors.

• Work effectively with the Occupational Health provider and Zurich insurance.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• 5+ years of experience in an engineering or manufacturing background.

• Strong working knowledge of UK and European health and safety legislation.

• NEBOSH Certificate.

• Degree in Health & Safety Management or equivalent experience.

• Proven EHS professional with excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.

• Good understanding of behavioral factors/human performance.

• Ability to negotiate and influence the actions and decisions of others.

• Experience working with ISO management systems.

Desirable:

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.

• Chartered membership of IOSH or equivalent.

  About Howmet Aerospace

  Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s sales for 2022 approximated $5.7 billion. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com, including content shared during the Company’s May 2022 Technology Day.

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