Environment, Health & Safety Advisor

Environment, Health & Safety Advisor role at CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS)

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Advisor to join the workplace services team, supporting the EHS management of site and field operations in the UK. The advisor will assist with the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programs across UK sites and Field Engineering teams, ensuring compliance with UK legislation such as DSEAR and Environmental Permitting Regulations, adherence to Global and UK company standards, and industry best practices across all EHS elements.

The successful candidate will work directly with the UK and Ireland EHS Manager as well as a community of European and Global EHS professionals.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to site personnel on a broad range of EHS matters, promoting a culture of safety awareness and accountability.
• Support managers in completion and review of risk assessments, management of hazardous substances and implementation of appropriate control measures.
• Undertake audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver EHS training and awareness programs.
• Assist investigations and root cause analysis; ensuring timely reporting and corrective actions are managed.
• Maintain EHS documentation and records in line with management system expectations and legal requirements.
• Support sustainability initiatives and environmental monitoring.

• NEBOSH General Certificate required;
  Diploma desirable.
• Experience in a similar role, preferably within a chemical production, laboratory or ATEX process environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Knowledge of COSHH, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Proficient in computer applications such as Microsoft.
• Creativity, organisation and the desire to continuously improve.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Full UK driving licence.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other