Job Description

2026-01-03
Full Time
Permanent
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager to lead safety and sustainability initiatives across our site and a sister facility. This pivotal role ensures a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and visitors, while driving compliance, continuous improvement, and a strong safety culture.
Key Responsibilities

• Health & Safety Leadership: Champion the site's HSE strategy, embedding safety into all operations and coaching employees at every level.
• Compliance & Regulatory Management: Ensure adherence to HSE legislation and industry standards, maintain policies and documentation, and coordinate audits and certifications.
• Risk Management & Incident Prevention: Conduct inspections, lead investigations, and implement preventive measures to reduce risks.
• Training & Engagement: Deliver induction and refresher training, promote employee involvement through committees and toolbox talks, and support managers in enforcing safety practices.
• Emergency Preparedness: Oversee fire safety, evacuation, first aid, and crisis management programs, coordinating drills and readiness.
• Environmental Management: Monitor compliance in waste, recycling, emissions, and energy usage, while supporting sustainability initiatives.
• Reporting & Performance Monitoring: Track and present key HSE metrics, manage budgets, and contribute to strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of HSE experience in manufacturing or industrial environments, ideally packaging or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance.
• Proven experience in risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety training.

Preferred

• Professional certifications (NEBOSH, CSP, CMIOSH, IOSH).
• Background in regulated environments such as food, pharmaceutical, or consumer packaging.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and training capabilities.
• Analytical, detail-oriented problem solver.
• Ability to engage employees and drive cultural change.
• Proactive, results-driven, and committed to safety excellence.

Take the next step in your HSE career - apply today and help shape a safer tomorrow!
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Professional
Corporate Services
BBBH692366 - Birmingham
Featherstone - West Yorkshire
Up to 70000.00 per annum
GBP
per annum

Skills Required