HSE Manager

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive HSE Manager to ensure environmental, health, and safety excellence in Cardiff. This dynamic role involves leading EHS initiatives, engaging with regulatory bodies, and fostering a safety-oriented culture. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in safety management, particularly in the manufacturing sector, and will thrive in a collaborative environment. With a focus on continuous improvement, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on workplace safety and sustainability. Join a forward-thinking company committed to creating a low-risk and sustainable workplace.

Benefits

Cash Car Allowance

25 Days Annual Leave plus Your Birthday Off

14.5% Pension (5% Employee, 9.5% Employer)

Enhanced Family & Carers Policies

Life Assurance Cover

Private Medical Insurance

Critical Illness Cover

Learning & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in safety and environmental management, preferably in manufacturing.
• NEBOSH or IEMA qualifications required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day EHS functions and manage EHS Coordinator activities.
• Promote EHS compliance and continuous improvement across the organization.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Project management

MS Project proficiency

Organizational skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative teamwork

Critical thinking

Influencing skills

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

IEMA Certificate

NEBOSH Diploma

IEMA Diploma

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Vacancy: HSE Manager

Employment Type: Permanent

Country: United Kingdom

Location: Cardiff

Business Area: Operations

Workplace Type: Onsite

About Princes

The Princes Group has over 7,000 employees with offices and production sites in the UK, Netherlands, Italy, Poland, France, and Mauritius. Princes manufactures different food and drink products responsibly sourced and enjoyed by consumers every day. We strive to be an employer of choice, where our colleagues are proud to represent our business.

Role Description

The EHS Manager is responsible for the environmental, health, and safety performance within the Cardiff business to create a low-risk, safe, sustainable workplace. The manager will proactively manage all aspects of EHS on site and support the SLT and Group EHS Manager in delivering continuous improvement, initiatives, strategies, and Must Win Battle Plans.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day EHS functions and manage the activities of the EHS Coordinator.
• Champion and promote the EHS message across all colleagues and departments.
• Advise the business on compliance with regulatory and company EHS requirements, supporting all related activities.
• Support the development and implementation of EHS programs and procedures, ensuring resources and tools are available.
• Engage with external bodies such as government and regulatory authorities.
• Drive continuous improvement using data from reporting systems.
• Conduct reviews and audits of operations, making recommendations for improvements.
• Assist in managing incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Develop risk reduction strategies to create a safer work environment.
• Promote a safety-oriented culture, ensuring proper incident reporting and engagement in the Talk Safe system.
• Perform regular EHS inspections and develop solutions for identified hazards.
• Maintain and report EHS performance data and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Coordinate EHS integration in new projects or facilities.
• Liaise with authorities and external bodies as needed.
• Support facilities management including security, PPE, and workwear.
• Monitor permits and discharge consents, ensuring timely reporting.
• Participate in environmental, energy, and waste forums to identify improvements.

Role Requirements

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability to influence and lead without formal authority.
• Collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• High energy and action-oriented mindset.
• Approachable and credible presentation style.
• Results-driven with the ability to work across organizational levels.
• Critical thinking and problem resolution skills.
• Understanding of business metrics and organizational linkages.
• 3-5 years’ experience in safety and environmental management, preferably in manufacturing, especially food manufacturing.
• Desirable: EHS Lead auditor, experience with ISO standards, EHS training expertise.

Education

Minimum NEBOSH Certificate, IEMA, or equivalent. Ideally NEBOSH or IEMA Diploma.

Benefits

• Cash Car Allowance
• 25 Days Annual Leave plus Your Birthday Off
• 14.5% Pension (5% Employee, 9.5% Employer)
• Enhanced Family & Carers Policies
• Life Assurance Cover
• Private Medical Insurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Learning & Development Opportunities