Job Description

EHS Technician (6 months contract)

Location: Towcester

Hours: 9.00am -5.00pm/8.00am-4.00pm

Salary: 35k-45k (Pro rota)

This is a 6-month contract supporting the Environmental, Health & Safety programme for high tech manufacturing company. Ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Environmental Monitoring and Sampling:

* Conduct velocity testing to assess air movement in controlled environments.

* Perform swab sampling and stack VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) monitoring for compliance and environmental health.

* Maintain and monitor fume cabinets to ensure safe containment and operation.

1. Waste Management:

* Oversee the bulking of hazardous waste (excluding collection preparation/coordination).

* Analyse and characterise waste, liaising with waste vendors to ensure proper disposal.

* Prepare hazardous waste for collection and maintain accurate logs and invoices for all site waste.

1. Compliance and Documentation:

* Maintain COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) and risk assessments.

* Update and manage procedure documents to align with regulatory standards and site requirements.

1. Incident Response and Analysis:

* Respond to calls for investigating spills, performing pH testing, and emergency phosphorus checks.

* Conduct weekend analyses and provide rapid response to unplanned events to minimize risks.

1. Continuous Improvement:

* Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies for EHS program enhancement.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive safety and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills:

* Experience in EHS operations with knowledge of the management chemical and hazardous materials

* Expertise in hazardous waste management and environmental monitoring techniques.

* Knowledge of COSHH, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.

* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to respond effectively to emergencies.

* Detail-oriented with strong documentation and organisational abilities