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