Health, Safety & Environmental Manager

Hews Recruit; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical engineering company is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Manager based in Kendal, Cumbria. This role requires a skilled HSE professional to manage on-site HSE functions, ensure legal compliance, and lead safety initiatives. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing, NEBOSH or IOSH qualifications, and strong leadership capabilities. The position is initially for 2-3 months with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• Experience in a HSE role within manufacturing or engineering.
• Ability to train small and large teams.
• Management experience with the capacity to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk assessments and hazard identification.
• Develop and manage HSE Management Plan.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations.
• Deliver safety inductions and training programs.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct site inspections and maintain records.
• Oversee environmental practices on site.
• Champion continuous safety improvement.

Skills

Health, Safety, and Environmental Management

Training and presentation skills

Continuous Improvement

Leadership and team influencing

Proficiency in Microsoft packages

Education

NEBOSH or IOSH trained or equivalent

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Title: Health, Safety & Environmental Manager

Working hours: Monday - Friday

Location: Kendal, Cumbria

We are pleased to be partnering with a leading electricla engineering & manufacturing company to recruit a HSE Manager. This standalone role requires a confident and experienced Health, Safety & Environmental professional who can take full ownership of on-site HSE management and lead initiatives that drive continuous improvement.

The role is for an intiial 2-3 month period but may extend beyond that.

The Health, Safety & Environmental Manager Role:

• Lead proactive risk assessments and hazard identification to mitigate health, safety, and environmental risks on site.
• Develop, implement, and manage a tailored HSE Management Plan aligned with UK legislation and best practices.
• Ensure full legal compliance with all relevant HSE regulations, including CDM 2015.
• Deliver engaging and effective safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training programs to operatives and subcontractors.
• Investigate all incidents, near-misses, and unsafe acts, producing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct frequent site inspections, audits, and safety walkdowns, maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Oversee environmental practices including waste management, pollution control, and energy efficiency measures.
• Champion a culture of continuous safety improvement and behavioural safety across the site.

You ll Need:

• Previous experience of operating within a HSE appointment within a manufacturing or engineering setting
• Able to present and provide training to small and large teams
• NEBOSH or IOSH trained or equivalent
• Experienced of operating within a Continuous Improvement environment and applying Lean Principles
• Previous management experience and able to lead and influence teams
• Degree in relevant field would be advantageous, however not essential
• Proficient in Microsoft packages