Group EHS & Sustainability Manager

Job title: Group EHS & Sustainability Manager | Novacyt Group Location: Hybrid / Manchester Science Park Reports to: Chief Operations Officer Package: Competitive salary, pension, life assurance, private healthcare and free onsite parking. At Novacyt, we're committed to creating a safer, healthier and more sustainable future. We're looking for an experienced Group EHS & Sustainability Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across our global business, supporting laboratory, manufacturing, warehouse, office and field-based operations worldwide. The Opportunity This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for developing, implementing and continuously improving Novacyt's global Environment, Health & Safety and Sustainability framework. You'll work closely with senior leadership teams across multiple international locations to ensure compliance, drive a proactive safety culture and deliver meaningful sustainability improvements across the Group. Key Responsibilities You will: Lead the Group's EHS and Sustainability strategy across global operations - UK, Canada, Singapore and Australia. Develop and maintain ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems. Drive compliance with EHS legislation, industry standards and best practice. Lead incident investigations, risk management and corrective action programmes. Deliver sustainability initiatives focused on energy efficiency, carbon reduction, waste reduction and resource optimisation. Develop KPIs, dashboards and executive reporting for senior leadership and Board stakeholders. Promote a positive, proactive safety culture across all Novacyt locations worldwide. About You We're looking for someone who brings: 5-7+ years' progressive EHS experience at Manager level or equivalent. Experience within life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, IVD or other regulated environments. NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 qualification). Strong knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Experience delivering EHS improvements across multiple sites and international operations. Additional experience in sustainability, carbon management, ESOS, IEMA membership, IOSH Chartered status and international EHS leadership would be highly advantageous. Why Join Novacyt? You'll play a critical role in shaping the future of EHS and Sustainability across a global diagnostics and life sciences organisation, working alongside senior leaders to protect our people, strengthen compliance and advance our sustainability ambitions. Our Values Delivery Quality Collaboration Customer Centric Integrity People First Ownership Interested? We'd love to hear from experienced EHS professionals who are passionate about creating safe, sustainable and high-performing workplaces across global operations.