Job Description
Position summary
Epiroc is hiring a Safety, Sustainability and Sourcing Coordinator for its UK & Ireland business, based in Hemel Hempstead. The role drives health, safety, environmental, and sustainability initiatives across the region while coordinating indirect sourcing activities, supporting compliance, and leading improvement projects as part of Epiroc's mission to accelerate the transition to more sustainable mining and construction industries.
Why this role matters
Mining and construction equipment businesses sit at the centre of the energy transition, and embedding sustainability, safety, and responsible sourcing into daily operations is what turns that mission into practice. Strengthening environmental management, compliance, and supplier performance across UK & Ireland helps Epiroc operate responsibly while supporting its customers' sustainability goals.
Key responsibilities
- Drive sustainability activities by developing systematic work environment and sustainability initiatives across the UK & Ireland business.
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements, company guidelines, and ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.
- Support operations through audits, risk assessments, incident management, and preventive work.
- Build competence by delivering training and promoting a positive safety and sustainability culture.
- Lead improvement projects related to safety, work environment, and sustainability.
- Coordinate sourcing by managing indirect purchases (facility management, fleet, office services, equipment, maintenance, consultancy), monitoring supplier expenditure, and ensuring sourcing aligns with Epiroc's values and Code of Conduct.
Team and stakeholders
The role works across functions, locations, and levels of the UK & Ireland business, with colleagues, customers, and suppliers, reporting to the Safety, Sustainability and Sourcing Regional Manager.
Key details
- Based in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire; hybrid working with part-time home working.
- Travel within the UK, with occasional travel to Northern Europe.
- Benefits include Bupa healthcare, variable compensation (bonus), and a global parental leave policy.
- Application deadline 21 October 2026 (may be filled sooner).
Requirements
- At least 5 years' experience in health & safety, environmental management, and sustainability.
- Good knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and systematic work environment management.
- Experience with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards.
- Experience leading projects and driving continuous improvement in an operational business.
- Excellent organisational, multi-tasking, and communication skills, with strong IT skills and a full UK driving licence.
- A relevant post-secondary qualification in Health & Safety, Sustainability, or a related field preferred; NEBOSH Diploma, IOSH, and ISEP membership advantageous.
Job Details
Epiroc
Epiroc is a global leader in mining and construction technology, providing innovative equipment, automation systems, digital solutions, and aftermarket services that support customers in more than 150 countries. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the company employs around 18,000 people and plays a pivotal role in enabling the transition toward more sustainable and efficient mining and infrastructure industries. Epiroc’s portfolio includes advanced drill rigs, rock excavation machinery, and electrification-ready equipment designed to reduce emissions and enhance operational safety. The company is strongly committed to innovation, collaboration, and responsible resource development, helping customers accelerate their sustainability goals through cutting-edge technology, environmental compliance leadership, and productivity-driven solutions. Diversity, inclusion, and employee development are central to Epiroc’s culture, reflecting its long-term mission to build a more sustainable future through transformative industrial advancements.
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