Health Safety & Environmental Manager

VANRATH; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-month fixed-term contract

Competitive salary

Exposure to HSE projects

Job summary

VANRATH is partnering with a leading manufacturing organisation in Lisburn to appoint a Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Specialist on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will drive best practice in health, safety and environmental standards, delivering improvements and audits across the business.

You'll bring NEBOSH and solid HSE experience in manufacturing, plus strong stakeholder engagement and data-driven reporting. A supportive team and opportunities for development are on offer.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Certificate and Level 3 safety qualification required.
• 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing/engineering/operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of HSE management systems.
• Experience with audits, investigations and compliance activities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Q-Pulse or similar systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement of Quality and HSE management systems
• Monitor compliance with policies, standards, and regulations
• Advise managers and stakeholders on legislation and best practices
• Lead internal audits and support external review activities
• Investigate incidents and non-conformances, ensuring effective corrective actions
• Produce reports, safety alerts, and performance metrics
• Support change management and ongoing improvement projects
• Promote a safety-first culture across the organisation

Skills

Audits & investigations

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

Level 3 HSE Qualification

Tools

Q-Pulse

Job description

This is an exciting time to join a leading manufacturing organisation for a 12 month FTC who are committed to excellence and safety innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic environment where you will drive best practice in health, safety and environmental standards.

Salary/Benefits

• £50k + benefits packag
• 12-month fixed-term contract with potential for further opportunities
• Opportunity to work with a respected global manufacturer
• Exposure to a broad range of HSE and compliance projects
• Supportive, collaborative working environment

About your next employer

A leading manufacturing company that operates across various sectors, delivering high-quality products with a focus on sustainability and safety. With a strong global presence, they value innovation, continuous improvement and a proactive safety culture. The role reports directly to senior leadership, offering plenty of scope for influence and development.

About you

• NEBOSH Certificate and a minimum Level 3 Health & Safety qualification
• 3-5 years' experience within manufacturing, engineering, or operational environments
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental management systems
• Experience conducting audits, investigations, and compliance activities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and implement improvements
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Experience with Q-Pulse or similar systems is desirable but not essential

What you'll do

• Drive continuous improvement of Quality and HSE management systems
• Monitor compliance with policies, standards, and regulations
• Advise managers and stakeholders on legislation and best practices
• Lead internal audits and support external review activities
• Investigate incidents and non-conformances, ensuring effective corrective actions
• Produce reports, safety alerts, and performance metrics
• Support change management and ongoing improvement projects
• Promote a safety-first culture across the organisation