Job Description The UL Solutions Safety & Sustainability Team in the UK & Ireland is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to support our site leadership and site safety officers across our 2 main laboratories in the UK (Basingstoke & Telford) and other UL Solutions office locations across the UK and Ireland. The successful candidate will form part of a small Environmental, Health and Safety Team serving the company’s needs in the Europe region as well. The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist role is critical in establishing and promoting safe and healthy working conditions for all of our employees. UL Solutions employees all contribute towards our purpose as an organisation, to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place This role is front and centre of this mission and you'll enjoy a varied role, working closely with a range of people across the region. This is an onsite role in Basingstoke, 5 days per week. Responsibilities Under general supervision of the Regional EHS Manager, Europe, responsible for supporting the site leadership as well as establishing and promoting safe and healthy working conditions for all employees Investigates conditions that may affect employee health and comfort Under general supervision, develops documents and maintains environmental health and safety (EHS) programs (e.g. hazardous materials, emergency response plans) in compliance with Federal, State and Local legislation Assists in conducting inspections and reports on tests and investigations to obtain data for use in determining sources of pollution and methods for controlling pollutants Assists in analysis, interpretation and validation of information on hazardous materials/chemicals and exposure monitoring results Assists in creating training programs and instructing employees in matters pertaining to occupational health, prevention of accidents, safe operation of equipment and proper handling/cleanup of chemicals and hazardous materials Ensures that all employees have and are trained in the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as respirators, safety glasses and safety shoes Reads and follows the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct, and follows all physical and digital security practices Frequent use of computers and office equipment is required. Qualifications Around 2 - 4 years of directly related environmental & health and safety experience. Alternatively, if you have NEBOSH qualifications with 5 - 7 years of directly related experience, we'd also like to hear from you. University Degree (preferred: Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety & Health, Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Chemical / Environmental / Mechanical Engineering Fluent English (written and spoken). French or Dutch would be an added advantage Some knowledge and awareness of both UK as well as EU Safety Directives and safety regulations would be an advantage (Will be supported in this aspect) Experience in risk assessments and/or in chemical environment Experience in working with stakeholders at all levels would be an advantage Great communications skills, ability to build strong relationships and trust Ability to solve problems and understand different points of view People person with a strong focus on cooperation Preferably located in Basingstoke or within commuting distance. Availability to travel across Europe (around 20%) Physical Demands to be aware of: Ability to stand and walk extensively (concrete floors) for up to 2 hour periods, several times a day is required. Ability to move safely over uneven terrain; ascend/descend stairs/ladders/scaffolding required. Ability to lift up to 30lbs assisted or unassisted, pushing; pulling; bending; reaching; handling; stooping; working in tight spaces and working in hot/cold environments will occasionally be required in lab, office and outside environments. Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond quickly. Ability to wear a respirator and other personal protective equipment when required, while performing select duties. This is an onsite role in Basingstoke, 5 days per week. About Us A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.