Environment, Health and Safety Manager

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Oil and Gas and Construction industries is seeking a seasoned HSE Manager with over 10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring safety management across multiple sites, supporting HSSE programmes, conducting safety inspections, and delivering effective HSE training.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Oil & Gas, Civil, and/or Construction industry.
• Certified OHS Professional.
• Relevant safety qualifications.
• Demonstrated on-site operational HSE experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site safety walks and inspect high-risk activities.
• Deliver Toolbox Talks and daily Pre-Work Safety Checks.
• Monitor the implementation of safety measures.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Field Coaching

Risk Assessment

Knowledge of HSE Legislation

Proactivity

Physical Fitness

Education

Degree in a technical or engineering discipline

NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Lead Auditor Qualification in OHSAS 18001 / ISO 45001

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned HSE Manager with a minimum of 10 years of documented HSSE experience in the Oil and Gas and/or Construction industry. The successful candidate will support safety management on client operations across multiple North Sea sites, ensuring high standards of health, safety, and environmental performance.

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have proven, practical experience supervising hazardous site activities
• Be confident in field coaching and workforce engagement
• Demonstrate sound theoretical knowledge of relevant HSE legislation and internationally recognised best practices
• Be competent, proactive, and self-sufficient, operating in line with Company and Client procedures with minimal supervision
• Be fluent in professional-level English

Minimum Requirements:

1. 10+ years in Oil & Gas, Civil, and/or Construction industry
2. 10+ years in HSSE-specific roles
3. Degree in a technical or engineering discipline ()
4. Certified OHS Professional under relevant legislation
5. Valid Confined Space Entry and Working at Height certification
6. Relevant workplace/occupational health and safety qualifications
7. Demonstrated on-site operational HSE experience in construction and asset maintenance projects
8. Familiarity with civil and building construction, installation, and commissioning processes
9. Solid understanding of HazID, risk assessments, JSA, and PTW systems
10. Strong working knowledge of international safety practices, especially IOGP standards
11. Technical understanding of distribution and pipeline systems – brownfield site experience is a plus
12. Effective at all levels of communication – from field workers to executive management
13. Physically fit and willing to conduct site inspections in confined spaces and at height. Medical fitness to OGUK standards is recommended

Desirable Qualifications:

• NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
• Lead Auditor Qualification in OHSAS 18001 / ISO 45001

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct site safety walks and inspect high-risk activities and PTW compliance
• Review and support risk assessments, JSA, and method statements
• Deliver Toolbox Talks and daily Pre-Work Safety Checks
• Provide hands-on supervision and on-the-job coaching for contractor staff
• Identify unsafe acts/conditions and prepare detailed observation reports with corrective actions
• Monitor the implementation of safety measures and track closure of issues
• Support the execution of regional and company-wide HSSE programmes and initiatives
• Deliver HSE training sessions aligned with client procedures and industry standards
• Review emergency and rescue plans, assist in emergency exercise coordination
• Submit regular HSE reports to client and company management as per reporting requirements