Job Description

Level: IC3

Department: Health, Safety & Environment

Location: Huntingdon, UK

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About Xaar

Inkjet Innovator. Trusted Partner. Sustainable Future. Xaar is here to create a world where you can print anything you can imagine.



For more information, visit www.xaar.com.

Xaar Values:

Xaar has defined 5 values which are vital to our business; each represents an area of essential importance to us. Their existence is intended to guide difficult decisions and shape behaviour.



Creative - we push the boundaries of what's possible



Collaborative - everyone is a partner; we help each other freely and willingly



Innovative - we always strive to constantly improve



Integrity - we deliver on our promises



Passion - we care about our technology, our products, our partners and each other

Purpose of Role:

The EHS Advisor will play a key role in supporting the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S) systems at our cutting-edge printhead manufacturing facility. This position is instrumental in driving the company's safety culture, ensuring legal compliance, and promoting best practices across all departments.

Key Accountabilities:

Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness:

Coordinate regular fire drills and emergency response training and monitor follow-up actions and ensure site readiness.

Occupational Health Surveillance:

Maintain a health surveillance schedule and liaise with occupational health providers. Track employee assessments in relation to exposure risks. Provides

EH&S leadership, training and operational support

to all levels of the organization.

COSHH & MSDS Management:

Audit chemical inventory and ensure up-to-date Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Support risk control and awareness for all hazardous substances used in ink and solvent processes.

Chemical Awareness & Storage:

Deliver chemical handling and segregation training. Audit chemical/waste storage in production and R&D areas. Assist in SOP development for chemical use and storage.

Risk Assessments:

Conduct and support risk assessments for manufacturing, R&D, and office areas. Collaborate with teams to implement corrective actions and controls.

Waste Management:

Liaise with waste contractors and maintain compliance records.

Permit to Work & LOTO:

Train staff and contractors on Lockout/Tagout and Permit to Work procedures. Ensure correct documentation is submitted and stored for contractor activities.

CDM & Contractor Management:

Contribute to the development and enforcement of contractor management protocols. Conduct pre-qualification checks and distribute annual questionnaires.

Ensures all EH&S processes and procedures are implemented and standardized

across UK manufacturing facilities and to make sure our international sites are all compliant.

Works closely with Engineering and Facilities on special projects

involving plant construction, equipment design, and hazardous assessments.

Assists in all aspects of incident investigation

including verifying root cause and approving the implementation of preventative actions

Ensures emergency response systems, policies and procedures

are in place to manage emergency situations.

Maintains Chemical Hazardous waste program

including chemical area inspections.

Health & Safety Training:

Maintain a training matrix for statutory and role-specific training. Coordinate sessions on PUWER, DSE, First Aid, Fire Marshal, and more.

Drafting procedures & Document Control:

Develop and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across departments. Ensure documentation is version-controlled and compliant with audit standards.

Maintaining site EHS statistics

, generating reports, and providing analysis to support decision making.

Waste management -

manage the disposal of controlled waste to meet legal requirements and maintaining records of waste transactions.

Supporting site emergency planning systems

and facilitating scheduled emergency drills.

Supporting EHS Reps and Near Miss meetings,

contributing to the EHS Committee.

Supporting incident/ accident investigations

, providing advisory input, and developing improvement plans.

Conducting EHS internal audits and site inspections,

ensuring EHS compliance standards are upheld. Support with the

annual Air Pollution and WEEE submissions.

Support and facilitate EHS improvements

plans and H&S projects

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Required Skills and Experience:

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent (essential). Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar EHS Advisor role in a manufacturing, engineering, printing or technical environment. Solid knowledge of UK H&S legislation (PUWER, COSHH, CDM Regulations). Previous experience and knowledge of ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems Experience in Root Cause Analysis and Incident investigation. Demonstrated ability to deliver H&S training and engage operational teams. Strong IT skills (MS Office); experience with SHEQ or other H&S systems preferred. Experience with chemical safety and environmental compliance is highly desirable. Self-motivated and organized, with a strong ability to set priorities and manage ambiguity.

Qualifications:

IOSH Managing Safely or IOSH Working Safely. First Aid at Work, Fire Warden, or Manual Handling Instructor certification. Familiarity with waste regulations and air emissions compliance. Understanding of Lean/5S methodologies.

Person Specification:

Highly organized and detail oriented. Strong communicator with the ability to influence and engage at all levels. Self-motivated and proactive in identifying improvement opportunities. Able to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.




This role is a fantastic opportunity to support a high-tech, safety-conscious manufacturing site and contribute to meaningful improvements in workplace safety and environmental performance.

Submit your CV and a cover letter stating how you meet the requirements of the vacancy and why you are interested. Email it to

recruitment@xaar.com

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