Health, Safety and Environmental Manager

Page Personnel; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major manufacturing organization in Cardiff is seeking a Health, Safety and Environmental Manager to lead HSE strategy and manage compliance at their manufacturing site. The successful candidate will oversee risk assessments, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement comprehensive HSE management systems. Ideal candidates will hold a NEBOSH Diploma and have proven experience in a manufacturing environment. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing environment auditing and risk assessment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and industrial process knowledge.
• Ability to make balanced cost/risk decisions and defend safety positions.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE strategy for a major manufacturing site.
• Develop and implement comprehensive HSE strategies.
• Drive safety culture improvement and maintain compliance.

Skills

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional HSE qualification

Internal Auditor training for OHSAS 18001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001

Comprehensive knowledge of HSE legislation

Proven experience in manufacturing environment auditing

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to make balanced cost/risk decisions

Chartered Member of IOSH with active CPD

Degree in science, engineering or technical subject

Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor certification

Experience with hazardous area classification

Education

Degree in science, engineering or technical subject

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Health, Safety and Environmental Manager, Cardiff

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Client:

Page Personnel

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

• Lead HSE strategy for a major manufacturing site
• Manage full spectrum of HSE responsibilities

About Our Client

My client are a forward-thinking high paced manufacturing organisation committed to operational excellence and employee well being.

Job Description

• Develop and implement comprehensive HSE strategies and management systems for the manufacturing site
• Drive safety culture improvement and maintain compliance with industry best practices
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments including COSHH, Manual Handling, DSEAR, PPE, Fire, HAZOP, HAZID & QRA
• Serve as primary contact for regulatory authorities including HSE and Natural Resources Wales
• Manage COMAH regulatory requirements and emergency preparedness programs
• Lead Site Emergency Response Team with full responsibility for equipment, PPE and training
• Oversee annual HSE internal audit programs and maintain ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 compliance
• Manage outsourced security functions and site access control systems
• Act as Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor and manage waste management operations
• Deliver monthly HSE performance reports to management and corporate functions
• Provide comprehensive HSE training programs and ensure effectiveness through audit

The Successful Applicant

The HSE Manager should be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional HSE qualification
• Internal Auditor training for OHSAS 18001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 or integrated HSE standards
• Comprehensive knowledge of HSE legislation and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience in manufacturing environment auditing and risk assessment
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and industrial process knowledge
• Ability to make balanced cost/risk decisions and defend safety positions
• Chartered Member of IOSH with active CPD
• Degree in science, engineering or technical subject
• Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor certification
• Experience with hazardous area classification and explosion risk assessment