Health, Safety, Environment HSE Director Blackburn (Head office)

Vital Energi Utilities Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic HSE Director to drive health and safety excellence across multiple business units. This pivotal role involves leading the development of effective HSE management systems, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with ISO standards. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior leadership to promote a positive safety culture, manage a dedicated team, and engage with external stakeholders. With a competitive salary and a range of attractive benefits, this opportunity is perfect for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact in the field of health and safety.

Benefits

Contributory pension

Death-in-service insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in HSE management in a similar industry.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO standards and health & safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of HSE management systems and processes.
• Ensure compliance with HSE legislation and best practices.
• Prepare performance reports for HSE Board meetings.

Skills

HSE Management Systems

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Health and Safety Legislation

Leadership

Risk Assessment

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

NVQ Level 3 CQI Certificate

Job description

Due to our ongoing growth, we are looking for a HSE Director to support our current SHEQ team.

Location: Blackburn

About the role

This is a business-critical role, providing essential leadership, management, and support to foster a culture of continuous improvement and attain the highest level of performance. You will lead the development and implementation of effective HSE management systems, processes, and procedures across multiple business units, sectors, and projects. The role offers a unique opportunity to lead and embed a positive safety culture across the organisation, with direct responsibility for a dedicated team and collaboration with senior leadership to achieve sustainable growth and environmental protection.

Key responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the HSE Management Systems and certification for all companies in the Group, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practices, and communicating legislative changes effectively.
• Manage and improve the Group's Integrated Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety Management System to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 standards, working towards new accreditations as needed.
• Drive continual improvement of these standards, determine strategic direction, and produce an annual HSE Action Plan and long-term vision.
• Advise the Board and senior management on HSE legislation, standards, and best practices, including fire prevention and safety training.
• Act as “Competent Person” under the Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations.
• Lead and support the HSE team in advising, mentoring, monitoring, and reporting on HSE operations and requirements.
• Prepare and present performance reports for monthly HSE Board meetings.
• Engage with stakeholders such as HSE, Environment Agency/SEPA, insurers, and others.
• Support incident investigations, including serious environmental breaches or fatalities.
• Ensure the delivery of an internal HSE audit program and assist with external audits.
• Coordinate training plans with the People/Training department and maintain relevant documentation.
• Facilitate risk assessments and act as final authority on complex assessments.
• Develop strong relationships with clients and suppliers to promote best practices.

What you will need

• At least ten years’ experience in a similar industry environment with comparable responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Qualifications include: NEBOSH Diploma (essential), Degree or equivalent in Occupational Health and Safety (preferred).
• Externally accredited internal auditor qualifications (ISO 14001/18001/9001).
• Additional qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 CQI Certificate in Quality Management and CIEH or equivalent (preferred).
• Membership of professional bodies like CMIOSH, IEMA, IQC, or working towards membership.

Competitive salary (dependent on experience), contributory pension, death-in-service insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, 33 days holiday including bank holidays, flexible working hours, and discounted gym memberships across the UK.

If interested, please email your CV to our HR department using the provided contact method.

Notice to Agencies: Vital Energi Utilities Ltd does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies or search firms without a signed agreement. CVs submitted without such an agreement will be the property of Vital Energi, and no fee will be paid.

Applications will be processed within 28 days. If you do not hear from us, your application was unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest.

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and do not discriminate based on sex, race, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Only applicants legally entitled to work in the UK and residing in the UK are invited to apply.