EHS & Facilities Manager

About Us Transvac is a world leader in providing innovative, custom-designed Ejector systems for the process industries. With 50+ years of experience and thousands of Ejectors supplied, we have built a strong reputation backed by a comprehensive list of worldwide references across various industries, including energy, oil & gas, water, chemicals, food, and pharmaceuticals. Job Title EHS & Facilities Manager Location Alfreton Job Summary To lead Health, Safety, Environmental, and Facilities management across the manufacturing site at Transvac (Alfreton, Derbyshire), ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient production environment.

The role supports operational performance by minimising risk, maintaining critical infrastructure, and ensuring all plant, equipment, and facilities operate reliably and safely. Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Develop, implement, and enforce HSE policies tailored to manufacturing operations Ensure compliance with UK legislation including: Health & Safety at Work Act PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) Conduct risk assessments, safe systems of work (SSOW), and method statements for production activities Lead incident investigations (including near misses) using root cause analysis methods Drive behavioural safety programmes and embed a strong shop-floor safety culture Ensure machine safety and guarding compliance Deliver HSE training for operators, engineers, and contractors Environmental & Sustainability Monitor and control waste management, emissions, and environmental impact of manufacturing/site processes Ensure compliance with environmental permits and regulations Lead energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives across the site Manage hazardous materials handling, storage, and disposal Facilities & Operations Support Oversee maintenance and reliability of site infrastructure, including: Utilities (power, water, compressed air, HVAC) Building fabric and structural integrity Fire detection systems Manage Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules and ensure minimal disruption to production Work closely with Operations to minimise downtime and improve equipment reliability Lead facilities-related projects (site upgrades, layout changes, capital improvements) Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and emergency systems Contractor & Supplier Management Manage contractors on-site, ensuring safe systems of work and compliance with site rules Oversee facilities service providers (maintenance, cleaning, security, waste management) Conduct contractor inductions and performance reviews Leadership & Continuous Improvement Act as a key member of the site leadership team supporting operational goals Drive continuous improvement initiatives Track and report KPIs including: Lost Time Injuries (LTI), Near miss reporting, Equipment uptime/downtime, and Maintenance compliance Education & Experience Requirements Significant experience in HSE and/or Facilities Management within a manufacturing or industrial environment Strong knowledge of machinery safety, engineering controls, and production risks Proven ability to manage audits, compliance inspections, and certifications Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills Ability to influence shop‑floor behaviour and senior leadership NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum), Diploma preferred IOSH Managing Safely / Chartered Membership (desirable) Experience with ISO standards: ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) ISO 14001 (Environmental) Engineering or Facilities Management qualification (advantageous) Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements Fully site based What We Offer Holiday entitlement Pension scheme Medical Cash Plan Cover Death in Service Benefit Electric Car Scheme 10% of salary in shares after 1 year of employment Employee Assistance Program Comprehensive product training and full internal support #J-18808-Ljbffr