EHS Assistant

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.

Position Overview:

The EHS Assistant reports to the EHS Manager and is responsible for the management and control of all hazardous/Non-hazardous waste and department resources as per the company's objectives. The EHS Assistant is responsible for supporting Health and Safety activities to meet H.B Fuller standards and UK Legal requirements and is responsible for supporting implementation and control of all activities and areas related to Health, Safety and Environment.

Location: Preston, UK 

Shift: Monday to Friday

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Assist the EHS Manager monitoring all activities related with operational control (air emissions, waste disposal, hygiene measurements, according to the EHS monitoring plan; high level risk activities like confined space entry; hot work working at height etc.)

• Coordinate activities related to the implementation, management, control and improvement of the Environmental Management System (ISO 14001).

• Ensure that EHS policies and procedures as well as all relevant legislation is followed.

• Ensure that all Waste and Waste Disposal areas are operating as per the requirements and defined standards.

• Assist with the initial EHS training given to all new employees.

• Stop any activity in case where the applicable environmental, health and safety procedures are not being implemented or followed.

• Ensure that all employees (including all subcontractors under HB Fuller’s responsibility) follow safety rules applicable to each type of activity.

• Be an active member of the EHS team by executing internal investigations/audits as well as following up on corrective measures and improvement plans.

• Gather all relevant information and data to prepare the different mandatory periodic reports required by law (Environmental & Safety reports).

• Identify opportunities for improvement including resources to optimize the different processes under her/his responsibility.

• Continuously analyze the efficiency of test methods, processes and other activities and define the needed improvements and action plans. Look for solutions.

• Assist EHS Manager on the coordination of all preventive, protective and corrective measures needed to ensure safety of people, installations, equipment and environment.

• Participate on the management and control of all emergency situations as per what’s defined on the Internal Emergency Plan.

• Ensure workplaces are tidy and that general housekeeping is kept always at high level;

• When required, provide assistance to other departments on EHS related topics;

• Assist with ensuring that all procedures and work instructions included on the Integrated Management Systems (IMS) are followed.

BUDGETARY / FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Responsible to obtain necessary quotes (repairs, supplies, new equipment) and discuss with the EHS or Plant Manager

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Chemistry / Engineering / Environment
• NEBOSH General Certificate or Diploma
• IEMA accredited 
• Min 2 years’ experience in Environment, Health & Safety area in a manufacturing environment.
• Good knowledge and proficiency with IT (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams….)
• Good spoken & written English language capability
• Ability to interpret and understand legislation
• Communication skills
• Exactness
• Coordination skills
• Decision making skills

PREFERENCIAL REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2 years of experience in similar activities
• Chemistry Lab techniques specific training
• Leadership skills

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.