Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Job Title: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager
Salary: Negotiable dependent upon experience
Location: Ramsgate, Kent
Aeropeople have partnered with a global designer and manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices who are now looking to hire a permanent Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to be based at their site in Ramsgate.
Established more than 60 years ago, the company employ more than 21,000 employees in 35 different countries. They are a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets, recognised as a global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter and business jet markets. As a global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices they offer specialised services for more than 5,000 components over a variety of aircraft systems with capabilities covering aircraft windings, electrical power, hydraulic components, landing gear and safety equipment.
The successful candidate will be based at the Ramsgate site but will oversee the EHS functions across their sites in Ramsgate, Stansted and Luton.
Main Responsibilities:
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:

• Ensure compliance with UK HSE legislation and environmental regulations
  
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ISO standards
  
• Prepare for and manage external audits and inspections
  Risk Management:
  
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses
  
• Develop and implement control measures to mitigate risks
  
• Lead incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are taken
  Policy & Procedure Development:
  
• Create and update EHS policies, procedures, and manuals and ensure they are communicated and understood
  Training & Awareness:
  
• Deliver or coordinate EHS training programs for staff and contractors
  
• Promote a safety culture through awareness campaigns and toolbox talks
  
• Ensure new employees receive EHS inductions
  Monitoring & Reporting:
  
• Track and report on EHS performance metrics
  
• Maintain records of accidents, near misses, and environmental incidents
  
• Use data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement
  Site & Project Support:
  
• Conduct site inspections and safety audits
  
• Support engineering teams in designing for safety and sustainability
  
• Ensure safe practices during construction, maintenance, and operations
  Environmental Management:
  
• Manage waste disposal, pollution control, and resource conservation
  
• Oversee environmental impact assessments for projects
  
• Drive initiatives to reduce the organization’s carbon footprint
  Health Surveillance & Monitoring:
  
• Implement and manage health surveillance for employees
  
• Monitor for early signs of work-related ill health
  Risk Assessment for Health Hazards:
  
• Identify and assess occupational health risks
  
• Ensure COSHH assessments are up to date and controls are in place
  Benefits:
  

• Negotiable salary dependent upon experience
  
• Overtime available at x 1.5 normal rate during the week/ x 2 normal rate at weekends
  
• Company pension (6% employer/ 3% employee)
  
• Salary sacrifice twice per year
  
• 25 days Annual Leave (increases to 26 after 10 years’ service) plus Bank holidays
  
• Westfield health allowance towards services of employee’s choosing
  
• Career progression available and qualifications/ training funded by company
  
• Annual pay reviews as standard/ additional pay reviews through progression
  
• Free onsite parking
  
• Life Assurance x 4 salary
  
• Monthly Wellness Breakfast
  
• Employee assistance programme
  
• Company days out
  
• Charity events
  
• Employee discount scheme through pension provider (Aon)
  
• Long Service Awards
  
• Vouchers to reward non sickness
  
• Christmas vouchers
  
• Referral bonus (£1,000)
  About You:
  
  • Previous experience in an EHS Management role
    
  • Aerospace sector experience is preferred but other sectors will be considered
    
  • Up to date compliance knowledge in UK HSE legislation and environmental regulations
    
  • Previous experience managing external audits and inspections
    About Aeropeople:
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    Aeropeople’s expertise and experience is entrenched in the aerospace, aviation, engineering, motorsport, automotive, and defence industries. We have the insight and know-how at both a local and international level to help bring people and businesses together, saving time and energy. Our capability is validated through our Engineering Services division encompassing Aircraft Line Maintenance services and Continuing Airworthiness Maintenance Organisation (CAMO), combined with our Aviation Training division offering technical training aircraft courses.
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