EHS Manager

Job descriptionWe are currently seeking an experienced EHS Manager to join our project team in Northumberland, United Kingdom.This role will be responsible for managing Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) activities on site, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and driving a strong safety culture across the project. Location and Working PatternBased on site in Northumberland, United Kingdom. Working hours will align with project schedules.ResponsibilitiesManage and oversee all Environmental, Health & Safety activities across the project lifecycle • Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and management systems in line with company and legal requirements • Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all levels of the project • Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards • Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and subcontractors to ensure alignment on EHS practices • Monitor subcontractor compliance and ensure adherence to health & safety standards • Review and approve safety documentation, including method statements and risk assessments (RAMS) • Manage incident investigations, reporting, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions • Ensure delivery of safety inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing training programmes • Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections, audits, and safety performance metrics • Attend Site Meetings, Safety Meetings, and Project Reviews • Prepare and issue EHS reports to senior management and stakeholders • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and sustainability requirements • Proactively identify and resolve EHS issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives Must‑have Requirements• Degree or diploma in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or similar discipline • Minimum 5+ years’ experience in an EHS role within construction or engineering • Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, standards, and best practices • Experience managing EHS on construction projects • Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities • Relevant certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent) are essential • Ability to engage with stakeholders and promote a proactive safety culture • Data centre, industrial, or mission-critical project experience is advantageousNice‑to‑have SkillsExperience working on large or technically complex industrial projects.Familiarity with environmental management systems and sustainability initiatives.BenefitsOpportunity to work for a market leader in the Data centre industry Working on large scale data centre projects Collaborative team working environments Career progression and development supported Competitive salary packages Apply NowIf you are a motivated EHS professional ready to take the lead in promoting safety excellence on a major project, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team in Blyth.The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.