Environmental Technician

Job Description Summary

Working with the Environment and Sustainability specialist and the site operations team, work to support and maintain 100% compliance with EHS regulatory requirements and associated procedures at all times. Promote and maintain a strong environmental culture.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Environment and Sustainability Specialist in ensuring compliance with GE requirements and UK legislation
• Support the implementation of the EHS Framework and related specific topic elements, particularly relating to the environment
• Participate in Environmental and sustainability campaigns and site improvements
• Assist in communicating, and delivering site environmental and sustainability goals
• Assist with report writing and data collection for Pollution Prevention and Control Permit
• Support site compliance inspections and assist in EHS program evaluations
• Contribute towards management of waste on site and drive waste minimisation initiatives
• Support the Environment and Sustainability Specialist in the management of the site chemicals program, including COSHH, DSEAR, REACH and Chemical Storage
• Support in driving energy, greenhouse gas/cost reduction initiatives
• Assist in implementing programs for the recognition, evaluation, and control of physical and chemical hazards
• Assist in continual development of best practice sharing and communication
• Participate in EH&S meetings and leadership safety meetings

Essential Qualifications and Requirements:

• IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management
• NEBOSH Environmental Awareness
• Demonstrate a knowledge of EHS Legislation
• Strong oral and written communication, computer, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desired Requirements:

• Demonstrate the ability to lead process improvements in a team environment
• Chemical Process Management
• Ability to prioritise workload and multitask
• Desire to learn and develop
• Requirement to be flexible to provide EHS support/training across shifts

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No