EHS Advisor

Job Introduction

Sodexo are currently recruiting for an experienced EHS Advisor to be based on client site GSK in Ware; Hertfordshire and comes with occasional UK travel. The EHS Advisor for Ware has responsibilities at the site and also to work within a team of people based in the UK who are part of a global network.  This is an important role which provides wide exposure to management; is very client facing and provides a unique opportunity to learn the company’s varied and diverse activities and has great opportunities for future career progression.

Role Responsibility

• Maintain communication with key Sodexo and client personnel, monitoring EHS and food safety performance (via contractual and Sodexo required metrics) and providing support, advice and expertise to operational teams at all levels.
• Provide expertise in Health, Safety, Environment, Sustainability,Food Hygiene and Business Risk and advice and consultancy for Sodexo employees at GSK Ware.
• Perform audits of EHS compliance for all IFM services which Sodexo provide to GSK.  These services include Distribution and Logistics, Document Solutions, GMP cleaning, Pest control, Lab services, Records Records services, Technical lab services, Catering, contract management,  lab instrument services and facilities management (e.g. buildings/equipment maintenance, calibration, qualification).
• Work with GSK and Sodexo teams to investigate, analyse root-causes and implement corrective actions where EHS deficiencies are discovered.
• Conduct training in EHS topics to the wider Sodexo operations team and third parties where necessary.
• Oversee various processes (e.g. training, change control, risk management, third party management) to ensure compliance to relevant standards.
• Formulate, implement, monitor and review EHS plans (including the setting of objectives, agreeing priorities and establishing adequate systems for performance management) to ensure implementation of legislative requirements and best practice and meet GSK and Sodexo corporate strategy requirements.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• Qualifications: A minimum of a NEBOSH Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent.
• Robust knowledge and understanding of Quality, Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability legislation & best practice
• Candidates should have a solid grounding and practical experience of working in a highly regulated environment. The candidate should also have a good background in auditing.
• Experience of implementing and maintaining EHS systems.
• Reporting: Ability to write persuasive and effective reports and communications, which clearly define findings and their causes, and recommendations made.
• Analytical Skills: Must possess strong analytical skills and excellent communications skills (verbal and written) are required
• Previous experience of managing and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent IT skills (including Microsoft Office)
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience in facilities management and working in a pharmaceutical environment is an advantage
• Commercial judgement and an understanding of wider business
• Project management experience

Package Description

Band A

About the Company

Sodexo UK & Ireland employs around 36,000 people and delivers On-site Service Solutions to clients at over 2,300 locations including offices, hospitals, schools, defence sites, prisons, sporting events and visitor attractions. 

With an annual turnover of over £1bn, Sodexo delivers a diverse range of services from catering, cleaning, reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling clients to focus on their core business.

Please note a DBS check maybe required