WELCOME TO BASF

We are BASF in agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. We do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture by connecting innovation, customers and society. #ForTheLoveOfFarming #TheBiggestJobOnEarth 

The Widnes site of BASF Agricutural Solutions is our Centre of Excellence for Pest Control, where we manufacture and pack rodenticides to high quality standards.  

Take a look at our Agricultural Solutions: Vision & Mission

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Lead and continuously improve the Widnes site EHSQ framework, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, BASF Responsible Care expectations and internal management system standards.
• Take ownership of the site’s Responsible Care Management System, working with colleagues across all EHS disciplines to maintain robust processes, documentation and governance.
• Manage the Quality function and EHSQ team, including ISO management systems, quality documentation and analytical service delivery for the Widnes site.
• Provide clear regulatory, compliance and risk management leadership through internal audits, risk assessments, KPI reporting and timely implementation of new or changing requirements.
• Act as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, providing strategic EHSQ guidance, supporting site decision-making and helping shape priorities for safe, compliant and reliable operations.
• Strengthen the site’s safety culture by engaging employees, encouraging learning from incidents and feedback, and recognising positive contributions to continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Country Cluster, Operating Division and site stakeholders to share best practice, support improvement initiatives and maintain the site’s licence to operate.
• Build and develop capable teams by supporting training compliance, coaching, employee engagement and performance development.
• Represent the site professionally with external stakeholders including regulators, emergency services, local authorities and neighbouring sites, while supporting emergency planning and preparedness activities.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• A degree, professional qualification or equivalent experience in Environmental, Health, Safety, Quality, Science, Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline; NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent EHS qualification would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience in an EHSQ, production, manufacturing, laboratory, engineering or operational leadership role, ideally within a regulated industrial environment.
• Strong working knowledge of EHS management systems, Responsible Care principles, ISO standards, risk management and relevant legal, regulatory and BASF internal requirements.
• A practical understanding of manufacturing site operations, with the ability to translate compliance requirements into clear, workable processes and behaviours.
• Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage colleagues at all levels and work collaboratively across functions.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with experience leading improvement activities, managing change and supporting safe, compliant and reliable site performance.
• The ability to coach, develop and support others, building capability and ownership within the team and across the wider site.
• Good digital capability, including Microsoft Office and relevant BASF or production-related systems, with fluency in English.

WHAT WE OFFER

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future.

We offer a total package which includes:

• Attractive salary
• Bonus
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company share scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life insurance

• On the job training and development opportunities

We believe that diversity and inclusion make the difference. Only when people with diverse backgrounds come together, contribute their various experiences and attitudes, and look at challenges from different perspectives, will creative innovations and ground-breaking solutions be created. We celebrate diversity and we actively promote an inclusive work environment. In the UK we have an active Diversity & Inclusion Strategy Action Group and work closely with external partner Inclusive Employers. We are an equal opportunities employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard or reference to age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status and other protected characteristics. For more information please visit: https://www.basf.com/gb/en/careers/why-join-basf/basf-locally.html

Location: Widnes

Closing Date: 11.09.2026

ABOUT US

Since 1880, BASF has been a cornerstone of industry in the UK. With locations spanning from Littlehampton on England's South Coast to Callanish on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland, our presence is truly nationwide. Our UK headquarters in Stockport, Greater Manchester, is the hub for our dedicated sales and services teams.

From our manufacturing sites across the UK, we supply essential raw materials to a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, automotive, chemicals, construction, energy, and pharmaceuticals.

Discover more about our incredible BASF UK team and their contributions to innovation and sustainability here: https://www.basf.com/gb/en/who-we-are/BASF-in-the-United-Kingdom

At BASF, our culture is driven by strong core values and winning behaviors. We foster innovation, collaboration, and empower every team member to contribute to our success. Explore Our Winning Behaviors & Our Values to see how we create a dynamic and inclusive workplace.