HSE Manager

GEA Group; Chandler's Ford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier is seeking a Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager for their Eastleigh facility. You will manage HSE procedures and communication, conduct risk assessments, and provide training. Candidates should have a NEBOSH certificate and strong experience in HSE compliance, ideally within manufacturing. The role requires effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Qualifications

• Engineering background preferred, ideally with exposure to manufacturing or facilities environments.
• Sound knowledge of relevant Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation.
• Familiarity with industry best practices, ISO standards, and British Standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of established GEA UK HSE management systems.
• Conduct facility risk assessments and deliver new starter inductions.
• Provide HSE training and support across all levels of the organisation.

Skills

Strong HSE experience

Confident communicator

Planning and organisational skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join us! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams, and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

Reporting to the GEA UK QHSE Senior Director, with matrix reporting to the Site Management, you will be responsible for supporting the implementation and continual improvement of established GEA UK HSE management systems. The role is based at our Eastleigh facility and includes occasional travel within the UK as required, though this is not a frequent part of the role. In addition, you will oversee the management of the Eastleigh facility, with a special focus on HSE aspects, governance, and adherence to GEA's HSE management change control procedures.

HSE Procedures & Communication

Effectively communicate and implement established HSE procedures within defined business areas.

Ensure effective communication and consultation with all employees on HSE matters.

Provide high-level support for the HSE management systems.

Monitor effectiveness through internal audits and inspections.

Maintain defined and agreed internal audit schedules and provide reports.

Deliver monthly reports and continual improvement plans to the Divisional Management Team.

Support third-party audits relating to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Energy standards.

Training & Culture Development

Provide HSE training and support across all levels of the organisation.

Support the continuous development of a proactive safety culture at all levels.

Conduct incident and near-miss investigations to identify root causes and implement preventative controls.

Develop and improve standard incident reduction programs.

Take primary responsibility for HSE management at the Eastleigh facility, including associated Project and Service activities.

Conduct facility risk assessments and deliver new starter inductions.

Participate in country-level HSE meetings.

Support Global and UK HSE sustainability reporting and initiatives.

Facilities & Compliance

Maintain the facilities maintenance register.

Support the UK and Global waste registers in compliance with requirements.

NEBOSH General Certificate in Health and Safety (essential)

Strong HSE experience (essential)

Engineering background preferred, ideally with exposure to manufacturing or facilities environments

Sound knowledge of relevant Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation

Familiarity with industry best practices, ISO standards, and British Standards—preferably within the Integrated Facilities Management sector

Proven ability to practically implement and monitor HSE policies, especially in a manufacturing setting

Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage tasks effectively

Confident communicator—both written and verbal—with excellent interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Self-motivated and proactive, with a high level of personal accountability

Professional, approachable, and assertive in working with stakeholders at all levels

Collaborative and capable of working cross-functionally with multiple teams