Health and Safety Manager

E3recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise mondialement connue dans l'industrie chimique recherche un Manager en Santé et Sécurité. Dans ce rôle, vous serez responsable des initiatives HSE, de la conformité réglementaire et du développement d'une culture de sécurité pro-active. Avec une expérience de 3 ans minimum et une qualification appropriée, ce poste offre une opportunité incroyable pour ceux qui cherchent à faire une réelle différence dans un environnement de fabrication complexe.

Qualifications

• Minimum de 3 ans d'expérience dans un rôle de Santé, Sécurité et Environnement dans un environnement de fabrication chimique ou à haut risque.
• Connaissances en sécurité des processus (DSEAR, ATEX ou HAZOP) et expérience sur site COMAH essentielle.
• Bonne maîtrise des systèmes de gestion de la sécurité et des normes pertinentes.

Responsibilities

• Diriger les initiatives HSE et assurer la conformité aux réglementations.
• Travailler avec les équipes opérationnelles pour influencer les stratégies de développement sur site.
• Préparer et maintenir le rapport de sécurité COMAH.

Skills

Leadership

Conformité réglementaire

Gestion de la sécurité

Analyse des risques

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate ou équivalent

Job description

This Health and Safety Manager position presents an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of a diverse and forward-thinking workforce. As a Health and Safety Manager, you will support the leadership team within a globally recognised company in the Chemical Manufacturing industry!

As a Health and Safety Manager, you will take the lead on Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives, demonstrating knowledge of COMAH regulations, ensuring regulatory compliance and driving continuous improvement across the site. You will collaborate closely with operational leaders to influence site development strategies through your HSE expertise and deliver measurable safety improvements.

Key Responsibilities of the Health and Safety Manager:

• Partner with both the HSE and wider leadership teams to ensure seamless coordination and delivery of HSE services across the manufacturing plant.
• Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities that foster a positive and compliant safety culture.
• Ensure adherence to UK HSE regulations, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards through effective management of site HSE systems. Prepare and maintain the COMAH Safety Report in line with current industry standards and regulatory best practice.
• Provide expert HSE guidance across all departments, oversee permit-to-work systems, and identify and address training needs throughout the workforce.
• Develop a proactive safety culture by analysing and reducing the frequency of near misses, incidents, and accidents on site.
• Lead the creation and review of risk assessments, safe systems of work, and standard operating procedures for both operational and non-operational teams.

Experience Required for the Health and Safety Manager:

• Working knowledge of Process Safety (DSEAR, ATEX, or HAZOP), and COMAH Site experience is essential
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Health, Safety, and Environmental role, within a Chemical Manufacturing or high hazard environment.
• Possession of a Level 3 Health & Safety qualification, such as the NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of safety management systems and relevant standards including ISO 14001/45001).

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Health and Safety Manager ready to make a meaningful impact in a complex manufacturing industry. If you’re ready to take on a new challenge and grow your career, apply now to be considered for the Health and Safety Manager position.