Regional EHS Manager

Univar; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global distributor is seeking an EHS Regional Manager in Tees Valley to drive EHSQ standards across EMEA. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the high hazard industry, a NEBOSH diploma, and strong commercial acumen. Responsibilities include managing EHSQ compliance, supporting training initiatives, and engaging in continuous improvements within safety and quality processes. The role emphasizes collaboration and a commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence within the organization.

Benefits

Market aligned pay and incentives

Diverse benefits offering

Total Rewards package

Qualifications

• Significant experience in high hazard industry/chemicals.
• Experience operating on a COMAH facility is advantageous.
• Strong admin and self-motivation skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive EHSQ standards for EMEA Univar Solutions.
• Support training and administration for Enablon.
• Engage in PPE related activities for UK business.
• Manage customer quality documentation.

Skills

EHSQ standards

Commercial acumen

Detail-oriented

Risk assessment

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Duties

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an EHS Regional Manager.

Reporting to the CD UK General Manager, the successful candidate will help drive EHSQ standards by providing competent support and advice on health, safety and environmental matters to the EMEA Univar Solutions business with particular focus on designated sites across the UK (Middlesbrough with occasional travel to Glasgow).

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• To embrace and lead an EHS culture across EMEA
• To own and drive improvements in our PDA processes, management of ZVE30 and the PDA database
• To verify first level PDAs and act as an escalation point for any queries
• Be a PDA trainer and ensure we have suitable knowledge and understanding within the business
• To support training and administration for Enablon
• Support the UK Quality team with chemical licensing requirements and processing
• Be the lead contact for insurance related matters, including claims, managing the process with both internal and external stakeholders and support legal in any investigation activity
• Be the designated Data Protection Officer and all responsibilities that come with that role, including Data Protection Impact Assessments, Subject Access Requests and associated administration
• To approve products and processes related to our online activity
• Engage and be a key stakeholder in PPE related activities for UK business
• Support UK transport with EHS activity
• Own the leadership walk activity and engage with UK leadership team to meet their objectives
• Manage customer quality documentation and implementation controls
• Customer audit action tracking and responses
• Internal compliance around work instructions and timing of updates
• To develop the onsite competence of our operational teams and support competence building within other functions in a diverse chemically intensive, food and pharma ingredients distribution company
• Provide a focal point for site personnel and provide competent EHS advice
• Support Transport Activities including/developing into Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser (DGSA) and supporting teams managing compliance with CLP (Classification, Labelling and Packaging) legislationh3>We Are Looking For
  • We’re looking for someone who has significant experience in and understands high hazard industry/chemicals and who brings a genuine passion for EHSQ
  • You will pair strong commercial acumen with a clear-eyed view of risk, in the context of our current operations
  • Customer centric at heart, you build trusted, cross‑functional relationships and collaborate effectively across teams
  • You love getting into the detail of processes and aren’t afraid to challenge what’s no longer fit for purpose, driving practical improvements that stick
  • With strong admin and self‑motivation, you manage your time well, follow through on commitments, and thrive in a role that balances safety, quality and commercial outcomes
  • You will have:
    • NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
    • experience operating on a COMAH facility would be advantageous

  Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

  We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

  Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

  We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

  Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification