EHS Specialist

Our global technology client with an advanced engineering and laboratory environment is looking to appoint an Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist to support its Edinburgh site.

Working closely with the global EHS leadership team, this role will provide practical EHS guidance across laboratory and engineering activities, helping ensure the site maintains the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance and operational best practice.

This is a hands-on role stand alone role suited to someone who enjoys working directly with engineers and technical teams to solve problems and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Lead EHS inspections, risk reviews and site walkthroughs

Support incident and near-miss investigations and ensure effective corrective actions

Act as a technical resource for laboratory safety, electrical safety and risk management

Support contractor safety and environmental compliance activities

Assist with audits and ISO 14001 related activities

Deliver EHS training and promote a strong safety culture across the site

Experience

Experience in an EHS / Health & Safety role within engineering, manufacturing, laboratory or high-tech environments

Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation

Comfortable engaging with engineers and technical teams to implement practical safety solutions

Experience supporting audits and environmental compliance programmes

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent preferred

IOSH membership or working towards membership beneficial

This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically advanced organisation where EHS is embedded within engineering operations and continuous improvement