EHS Manager UK & Ireland

Zimmer Biomet · Bridgend

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At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.  

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards.  We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

The position is responsible for the Environmental Health & Safety Management supporting all UK & Ireland Commercial and distribution locations. Advising Management teams and taking action to ensure compliance with local Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) legislation. Development and ownership of the EHS Management System across the UK and Ireland sites. 

How You'll Create Impact

• Lead EHS support across UK and Ireland commercial and distribution locations, advising management and promoting compliance with local legislation and Zimmer Biomet standards.
• Develop and own the UK & Ireland EHS Management System; lead site EHS committees and attend monthly EMEA EHSS meetings.
• Oversee risk assessments, incident investigations, contractor safety (including permits to work and RAMS reviews), and EHS input to projects, new activities, chemicals, processes and equipment.
• Deliver EHS inductions, refresher training and other training programs; oversee fire safety arrangements, including training and external fire risk assessments.
• Manage EHS programs covering employee risk assessments, DSE assessments, industrial hygiene and occupational health requirements, working with HR and other teams as appropriate.
• Support Facilities with vendor selection where EHS requirements are involved, and respond to EHS-related customer requests.
• Coordinate EHS KPI reporting and global submissions, including energy and carbon reporting (ESOS and SECR), using third-party support where applicable.
• Provide support on other EHS matters as required.

The role involves approximately 25% travel to attend business meetings, visit the five in-scope sites and participate in relevant training.

What Makes You Stand Out

• NEBOSH General Certificate, with a NEBOSH Diploma completed or in progress preferred; an equivalent health and safety qualification, such as IOSH or an NVQ, will also be considered.
• Relevant experience in an EHS role, ideally in a highly regulated industry.
• Familiarity with QMS and KPI reporting, including using performance measures to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and/or ISO 50001 is an advantage.
• Experience interpreting emerging environmental legislation and applying it in a business setting is desirable.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to work independently and in a structured manner.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

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