Health, Safety & Environmental Manager

VH Talent Limited; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organization in Hitchin seeks an experienced HSE Manager to take full ownership of on-site health and safety initiatives. The role involves managing EHS programs, ensuring compliance through audits, and delivering training. Ideal candidates have HSE experience within manufacturing, management skills, and relevant certifications. This position offers 33 days of leave and a competitive pension.

Benefits

33 Days annual leave

Competitive Company Pension

Career development opportunities

Employee initiatives

Early finish Fridays

Permanent appointment

Qualifications

• Experience in a HSE role within manufacturing or engineering.
• Ability to present and train teams.
• Management experience to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all EHS programs and activities.
• Conduct compliance audits and drive improvements.
• Deliver EHS training to team members.

Skills

HSE management

Training delivery

Continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

NEBOSH or IOSH training

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Overview

VH Talent is pleased to be partnering with a leading manufacturing organisation to recruit a Health, Safety & Environmental (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. Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire. Salary: Dependent on experience. Working hours: Monday - Friday, Day Shift.

Interested to learn more, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of all EHS programs and activities at the site.
• Focus on execution and outcomes, ensuring EHS plans are consistently reviewed and updated.
• Guarantee that EHS standards, methods, and best practices are effectively applied.
• Develop and manage the site-specific EHS strategy, working closely with all key stakeholders.
• Carry out compliance audits in line with the company's EHS requirements.
• Address compliance challenges and drive improvements through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Organise and deliver EHS-related training sessions for team members at all organisational levels.
• Maintain continuous learning and awareness of EHS responsibilities among the site workforce.
• Advise on technical and practical EHS solutions to help meet site objectives, reduce non-compliance risks, and maintain a safe working environment.
• Track facility energy usage and implement local initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Partner with the Facilities team to uphold safe work practices and provide support during team absences.
• Administer the site's health surveillance program to protect employee well-being.
• Operate as part of the Leadership Team, attending regular meetings and supporting with driving the continuous improvement culture.

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.

What’s in it for you

• 33 Days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Competitive Company Pension.
• Genuine opportunities for training and career development.
• Employee initiatives.
• Early finish Fridays.
• Permanent appointment.

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