Environmental and IMS Compliance Officer

Who we are

Every life is unique and so are you!

At Dräger we  protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.

As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.

About the role

• The Environmental and IMS Compliance Officer supports Draeger’s Environmental Management System including updating the Environmental Management manual, data collection, analysis, reporting, compliance and audits.
• The ability to organise environmental data to facilitate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting cycles is critical and having an analytical mind when using numerical data is a key requirement. This will allow ongoing analysis of key environmental performance measures such as energy intensity and carbon footprint.
• The role requires the ability to read and understand customer environmental queries encountered in bids and tenders and respond appropriately to ensure we are providing accurate information.
• Participate in environmental investigations and regular sample collection for proof of compliance for our trade effluent discharge and compliance with our Environmental Permit with Northumberland Council for solvents.
• Create plans and procedures for topics such as spill prevention, dealing with hazardous waste and improving air quality. Ensure group procedures are effectively implemented for ISO14001 compliance.
• Prepare data for the Environmental Team and actively participate in meetings including tracking and follow up of actions to ensure ongoing improvement in environmental performance.
• Actively supports company corporate standards update and implementation in the form of new procedures into the IMS.
• Point of contact for environmental data submission to group data reporting for environmental information.
• Identify changes to legislation that impact our business and put actions in place to ensure compliance

Shared responsibilities

All employees have a responsibility:

•  to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
• to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
• o embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results

Reporting Relationships

Manager IMS and Environmental Systems Manager 

Size of team/environment Team of 2 people directly, 1 person part time supporting with admin. Office based.

• Environmental engineering or environmental science degree desirable or relevant experience.
• Industry experience in an environmental role highly desirable with a preference for candidates who have experience in performing WEEE, battery and packaging reporting.
• Great organizational skills with data, report preparation and software tools such as Power BI.
• Having an analytical mind when using numerical data is a key requirement.
• Ability to work on own initiative will be required as part of the role.
•  Must be able to work in a professional manner with various functions and levels throughout the business

 Dräger‘s Benefits

•  27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days
• Flexi scheme
• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Subsidised canteen
• Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle to Work
• Gym membership discounts – up to 25%
• Charity Giving scheme

Dräger‘s dedication

At Dräger we have a clear vision,  to be an organisation  with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

We ensure candidates  with the required qualifications and experience will be considered  for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All are welcome to apply!.

From hospitals to fire departments to industrial customers, people around the world rely on our products: cutting-edge technology that combines real engineering with the digital future. With over 130 years of experience, passion and the bold ideas of more than 16,000 employees, we are committed to turning technology into ›technology for life‹.