Health, Safety and Environments Manager

hireful; Brighouse; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated HSE Manager to oversee health, safety, and environmental activities across its distribution center. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and fostering a culture of safety and environmental awareness. You will collaborate with various teams to implement strategic plans, conduct risk assessments, and deliver training programs. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a range of benefits that promote a healthy work-life balance. If you are passionate about HSE and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Health cashback scheme

Pension benefit

Flexible working options

Free onsite parking

Cultural and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in multi-site FMCG environments, including warehousing and transport.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Advise on accident prevention and HSE policy implementation.
• Develop risk assessments and ensure compliance with ISO standards.
• Deliver HSE training and foster a culture of safety.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Compliance

ISO Standards Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Project Management

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 5 in OHAS

Chartered Member of IOSH

IMEA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location:

HD6 3TD

Division:

Supply Chain

Contract Type:

Permanent - Salaried

The role will be responsible for all HSE activities across the distribution center and head office, ensuring legal compliance for all HSE processes. Reporting to the Head of Outbound Supply Chain, the role will be a key member of the Supply Chain team, responsible for all legislative compliance related to HSE, driving HSE culture, and implementing strategic plans to develop and improve the business.

Your Responsibilities

• Advise management on accident prevention, environmental incidents, and HSE policy implementation.
• Develop safe operational risk assessments and procedures.
• Review and maintain HSE processes in line with ISO standards such as ISO 14001.
• Manage health surveillance, drugs and alcohol testing, and training systems.
• Monitor operations for compliance with the Integrated Management System.
• Ensure energy conservation to achieve annual reductions.
• Liaise with government departments and third parties as needed.
• Collaborate with teams to develop and implement HSE improvement strategies.
• Foster a culture of change and motivate others through effective communication and team building.
• Deliver HSE awareness training.
• Analyze incident and environmental data to improve performance.
• Coordinate H&S and environmental management system processes and audits.
• Implement safety and environmental management systems, procedures, and policies.
• Organize training programs on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Investigate workplace incidents to prevent future occurrences.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and training, providing support as needed.
• Perform regular risk assessments and implement mitigation measures.
• Follow up on audit actions and non-compliances.
• Stay informed on H&S and environmental legislation changes and assess their impact.
• Generate reports on environmental performance and compliance.
• Investigate environmental incidents and non-compliance issues.
• Provide training on environmental policies and practices.
• Communicate changes in environmental legislation to management.

Minimum Requirements

• NEBOSH Diploma or NVQ Level 5 in OHAS
• Chartered Member of IOSH or working towards Graduate Membership
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 37001, OHSAS, and ISO 45001, and integrated management systems
• IMEA qualification and membership or equivalent
• Experience working in a multi-site environment within FMCG industries, including warehousing, transport, and manufacturing
• Strong technical knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation and compliance
• Leadership experience across multi-site logistics with volume hourly paid employees
• Ability to coach, mentor, and inspire others
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office systems
• Excellent people management and influencing skills
• Flexibility regarding work location and hours/shifts
• Experience leading projects and driving change

Location Benefits

Based at our Brighouse Distribution Centre, with travel to Dawson Lane site in Bradford, close to key motorway links. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual bonus scheme
• Health cashback scheme
• Pension benefit
• Flexible working options, including remote work
• Free onsite parking
• Other cultural and lifestyle benefits promoting work/life balance