HSE and Assurance Manager

BT Group; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive HSE and Assurance Manager to lead teams in ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence. This role involves managing the implementation of global HSE policies, developing local procedures, and fostering partnerships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health and safety, possess excellent coaching and presentation skills, and be committed to continuous improvement. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation, and be part of a team dedicated to safeguarding employees and communities while driving HSE excellence.

Benefits

Target 10% bonus

BT Pension scheme

Family leave from January 2025

Enhanced women’s health support

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

24/7 virtual GP appointments

2 weeks carer’s leave

Training and development opportunities

Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in managing HSE teams and ensuring compliance with standards.
• Ability to develop management information reports for global teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage teams implementing global HSE policies and local procedures.
• Promote partnerships to uphold high HSE standards across locations.

Skills

GradIOSH or equivalent (H&S)

AIEMA or equivalent (Environmental)

Change agent mindset

Solution-focused approach

Coaching and presentation skills

Data storytelling skills

Job description

Why this job matters

The HSE and Assurance Manager manages teams in technical, strategic, and administrative activities of the HSE function, ensuring regulatory HSE compliance, development of HSE systems, processes, and programmes, enabling operational excellence and safeguarding employees and communities.

Important Information

• Full UK Drivers Licence needed
• Business Needs Vehicle provided
• Field based role/ frequent national travel required/ occasional international travel
• Must be able to interview in person in London or Birmingham BT office

What you'll be doing

• Manage teams implementing global HSE policies, aligning with the wider global strategy.
• Maintain and implement local operating procedures meeting HSE standards and local laws.
• Contribute to HSE continuous improvement and compliance programmes.
• Develop management information reports for global Risk, Business Assurance, and Compliance teams.
• Ensure stakeholders adhere to legal HSE requirements and establish assurance programmes.
• Promote partnerships within the function and with external stakeholders to uphold high HSE standards.
• Coordinate relationships with third parties, including enforcement agencies and audit bodies.
• Profile risks across locations and drive compliance monitoring.
• Share knowledge on emerging HSE trends and developments.
• Coach and develop team capabilities through upskilling and recruitment.
• Conduct impartial Multi ISO Audits and produce reports with corrective actions.
• Improve working processes within HSE.

Skills & Experience Required

• GradIOSH or equivalent (H&S)
• AIEMA or equivalent (Environmental)
• Change agent mindset
• Solution-focused approach
• Coaching and presentation skills
• Data storytelling skills

Benefits

• Target 10% bonus
• BT Pension scheme with 5% employee contribution and 10% BT contribution
• Family leave from January 2025: 18 weeks full pay, 8 weeks half pay, 26 weeks statutory
• Enhanced women’s health support
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 24/7 virtual GP appointments
• 2 weeks carer’s leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes

About us

BT Group is a pioneer in telecommunications, with a heritage including brands like BT, EE, Openreach, and Plusnet. We are transforming our business through major infrastructure projects, technological investments, and digital innovation. We aim to be the UK's leading telco, improving connectivity and customer experience.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.