Health, Safety and Environmental Manager

ZipRecruiter; Antrim; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead the health, safety, and environmental strategy in diverse operational settings. This role involves coordinating safety initiatives, ensuring compliance, and conducting audits. The ideal candidate will hold a NEBOSH General Certificate and have strong leadership skills. Join a company that values safety and innovation, offering competitive salary and flexible holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days holidays, many flexible

Pension

Great company culture

Qualifications

• Hold a NEBOSH General Certificate.
• Experience in manufacturing and/or construction environments is advantageous.
• Internal auditing experience and familiarity with ISO frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of Health, Safety & Environment across operations.
• Review and update HSE policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Investigate incidents and implement preventative measures.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of HSE legislation

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Your new company
An established and forward-thinking organisation operating across manufacturing and construction environments is seeking a proactive HSE Manager to lead its health, safety, and environmental strategy. This is a key leadership role offering the opportunity to shape and influence a strong safety culture across diverse operational settings.

Your new role
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will coordinate, support, and advise the business on all aspects of Health, Safety & Environment across factory operations, office environments, and active construction sites. You will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement and embedding a culture of safety and sustainability. Your responsibilities will include reviewing and updating HSE policies, procedures, and regulations; ensuring compliance with statutory obligations; managing risk assessments, method statements, and contractor safety documentation; investigating incidents and implementing preventative measures; leading pollution control, waste management, and environmental initiatives; coordinating internal and external audits (ISO); delivering structured HSE training programs; maintaining records; chairing Health & Safety Committee meetings; reporting to senior leadership; and collaborating with internal teams and external contractors to ensure safe working practices.

Hours of work: Mon - Fri, early finish on Friday

What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for this role, you must hold a NEBOSH General Certificate, which is essential. Additionally, the following would be advantageous:

• Experience in manufacturing and/or construction environments
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Working knowledge of HSE legislation and industry standards
• Internal auditing experience and familiarity with ISO frameworks
• Membership of IOSH or similar professional body - desirable

What you'll get in return

You'll be joining a business that values safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. In return, you'll receive:

• Competitive salary
• 33 days holidays, many flexible
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in a strategic role
• Pension
• Great company culture

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Desired Skills and Experience

• HSE Manager
• H&S Manager
• NEBOSH

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