Health, Safety & Environmental Manager

Health, Safety & Environmental Manager

Location: Scarborough

We're leading the transition to zero-emission mobility.

Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double deck buses and is the UK’s largest bus manufacturer.

At Alexander Dennis, and across NFI and our family of brands, we are helping to save the planet. Through our Sustainability Pledge, which guides our daily actions and long-term planning, we are passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world. To learn more about our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey check our website. Our diverse, dynamic and resourceful team members embrace challenges every day which makes us the successful international company that we are.

Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us and apply directly to your dream job!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Alexander Dennis is looking for a dynamic Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager to join its Scarborough team. In this role, you'll lead the charge in shaping a proactive health and safety culture, ensuring legal compliance, and updating key policies. You’ll collaborate across teams to drive improvements, oversee audits, and manage emergency responses. If you have experience in complex engineering or manufacturing, relevant qualifications (NEBOSH, IOSH), and a passion for influencing positive change, this is your chance to make a real impact in a global company committed to innovation and sustainability.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• You will be responsible for the implementation of a strategy that allows Alexander Dennis to meet legal obligations, whilst driving forward a positive and proactive culture that ultimately improves all aspects health, safety and environment.
• Using your core technical experience, you will review and update existing policies and standard operating procedures in line with best practice, as well as developing new ones to meet business and statutory requirements. Included in this is the audit of such activities.
• Supporting colleagues at all levels with all health, safety and environmental matters, coaching and developing them to take more responsibility for this in the future.
• Develop value-added management information and reporting; leading the way on which KPI’s we should be using to drive behaviour and performance.
• Provide expert advice on and capital/operational expenditure plans, to ensure that the long-term health, safety and environmental needs of the business are addressed.
• Develop and propose improvements to policies, programs, and procedures to improve the effectiveness of EHS operations.
• Lead the H&S function, across operations and other areas as directed, ensuring standards are met with consistent execution and implementation to ensure regulatory legal compliance.
• Set clear key performance indicators to measure success within this area
• Oversee execution of emergency/ hazard response activities and all Health and Safety investigations to ensure appropriate internal and external reporting, root cause and corrective action are implemented and followed-up to completion.
• Oversee execution of employer’s liability (and similar) compensation claims management programmes.
• Provide guidance and advice on current and future initiatives ensuring compliance with applicable Health and Safety acts and regulations, ensuring:
• Identification and development of Health and Safety training and required certification.
• Appropriate monitoring and assessment of occupational exposures from the various processes.
• Waste management system. monitoring and reporting requirements of air emissions, industrial and hazardous waste disposal, storage tanks, storm water permitting, sewer permitting, chemical purchase/storage, and water discharge programs are maintained to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Accurate statistical data, reports, and analysis of Health and Safety conditions are produced in support of reduction goals.
• Support Group Safety Lead with integration and coordination of global HR safety and environmental strategy.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• To be successful, you will have previous experience in a similar role
• Ideally your work experience will be gained in the Automotive industry, however we would also welcome those from other similarly complex engineering/manufacturing environments.
• You will be familiar with the set up and on-going maintenance of Health, Safety and Environmental management systems.
• Due to the technical nature of the role, you will hold appropriate professional qualifications and certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, IMEA and various ISO accreditations.
• You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to, influence, direct and in-direct teams, as well as taking a hands-on approach to all areas of accountability.
• You will have strong analysis and problem-solving skills, being adept and communicating with and coaching others to take responsibility for health, safety and environmental activities in their areas.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

Competitive Compensation Package – We believe in recognising the true value of our team members with rewarding pay.

• 37-hour working week with opportunities for overtime paid at enhanced rates (1.3x, 1.5x, and double time depending on the day).
• Flexible working options and a half day on a Friday giving you that much needed work/life balance.
• Access to training and development programmes – Your continuous professional growth is important to us.
• Generous annual leave, with increased entitlement as your tenure grows.
• Enhanced maternity pay to support you during this important time.
• Pension scheme to support your long-term financial goals.
• Free on-site parking for your convenience.
• Employee referral program with attractive rewards.
• Long Service Recognition to celebrate your dedication and milestones.
• Health & Wellbeing events to help you thrive physically and mentally.
• Company sick pay for peace of mind during illness.
• Opportunities to give back through STEM Ambassador volunteer work.
• Death in Service benefit to provide financial security and peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Employee Assistance Program, offering confidential support for any personal or professional challenges.
• Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, and regular meditation sessions—because your wellbeing matters to us.

OUR WHY:

We move people. The world's most precious cargo.

We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility and our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NEXT STEPS:

If this sounds like you, and you’re interested in coming ‘aboard’, then we would love to hear from you. Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

If you are an internal applicant, you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.

Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us call on +44 1324 621 672 or send an email to careers@alexander-dennis.com

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