HSE Manager

TRS Staffing Solutions; City Of London; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to enhance Health, Safety, and Environmental performance at a Power Plant in Dublin. This position demands strategic leadership to promote a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with legal obligations. Candidates should possess a NEBOSH General Certificate and over 5 years of HSE leadership experience. This is a fixed-term role until 2028, with responsibilities including audits, training, and team mentorship.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HSE leadership experience in industrial or power plant environments.
• Strong understanding of mechanical/electrical systems and ATEX zone safety.
• Evidence of CPD and behavioural coaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HSE plans.
• Lead site audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the HSE team.

Skills

HSE leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH)

Lead Auditor certification

Job description

Overview

Our client in Dublin is looking for a HSE Manager to lead and manage Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) performance across a Power Plant, ensuring full compliance with legal and contractual obligations while driving best practices. This role is pivotal in shaping a proactive safety culture, aligning client and contractor expectations, and delivering strategic HSE leadership throughout the project lifecycle. This is a fixed term contract until 2028.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HSE plans (Project HSE Plan, O&M Phase Plan, Environmental & Waste Management Plans).
• Act as the primary HSE liaison with clients, regulators (Local Authority, Garda Síochána, Environmental Agency), and JV partners.
• Lead site audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring timely resolution and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and deliver HSE training, behavioural safety programs, and lessons learned sessions.
• Monitor and report on HSE KPIs, ensuring visibility and accountability across all levels.
• Maintain emergency preparedness, first-aid coverage, and safe systems of work.
• Support tender processes and client meetings with HSE expertise and positive engagement.
• Promote innovation, ownership, and integrity in all aspects of HSE management.
• Ensure all documentation, risk assessments, and procedures are up-to-date, accessible, and communicated effectively.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the HSE team and site supervisors.

Required Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)
• Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH)
• Lead Auditor certification (preferred)
• First Aid and Manual Handling certification
• Mental Health First Aider (preferred)
• Valid industry-recognized safety card
• Evidence of CPD and behavioural coaching

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years in HSE leadership within industrial or power plant environments
• Strong understanding of mechanical/electrical systems and ATEX zone safety
• Expertise in LOTO, permit-to-work systems, and intrinsically safe methodologies
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to influence culture and drive behavioural change
• Experience in incident prevention, investigation, and reporting