Safran Group

Position description

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Quality - Management system

Job title

EHS Manager

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

EHS Manager

Wolverhampton

Site Based

About Safran Actuation Systems UK

Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world‑class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.

Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing capability and a proud heritage within the aerospace sector. Whether supporting major global programmes or developing the next generation of actuation technologies, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Central Functions team as a EHS Manager at our Wolverhampton site.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role.

Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

Your Role

As EHS Manager, you will lead and drive the site's Environmental, Health & Safety strategy, ensuring compliance with all legal and corporate requirements while embedding a proactive safety culture. You will take ownership of the EHS management system, ensuring its effectiveness through continuous improvement, audits, and strong leadership engagement. Working collaboratively across the business, you will provide expert guidance, training, and support to ensure a safe and compliant working environment. This role plays a key part in shaping and delivering sustainable safety performance across the Wolverhampton site and would be suitable for someone who enjoys working with and motivating people to come along on the journey with them.

• Lead the implementation, development and continuous improvement of the EHS Management System
• Lead accident and incident investigations, ensuring timely closure and effective preventative actions
• Drive compliance with legal, regulatory and corporate EHS requirements, including audits (e.g. ISO 14001)
• Develop and delivering EHS training, coaching and mentoring to build capability across all functions of the organisation
• Manage EHS performance metrics and reporting, ensuring clear visibility and accountability
• Engage with leadership teams and committees to drive a strong, proactive safety culture and continuous improvement

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• Flexible working options
• Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance
• Early finish on Fridays
• Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
• Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
• Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

Candidate skills & requirements

What You'll Bring

Essential

• Proven experience leading EHS strategy and compliance within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong knowledge of UK EHS legislation and standards (ISO 14001, 45001, 50001)
• Experience leading audits and investigations, and driving Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Strategic mindset and a good communicator, who is able to motivate and engage with stakeholders of all levels
• NEBOSH certified

Desirable

• Managerial or coaching qualification holder

If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today.

Why Safran?

• A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
• Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
• Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
• Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
• A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.

Get involved:

We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

Reference

2026-181426

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