HSE Manager

Vickerstock; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Vickerstock is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager to lead on-site safety and sustainability strategies at our Glasgow site. You will drive HSE culture, ensure regulatory compliance and deliver continuous improvement across operations.

With NEBOSH or equivalent HSE qualifications and a strong track record in manufacturing or FMCG, you will influence leadership, manage audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and environmental reporting while engaging teams and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Health, Safety, and Environmental management role within manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong understanding of HSE legislation, compliance standards, and audit requirements.
• NEBOSH or equivalent HSE qualification (IOSH Managing Safely or higher preferred).
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to engage effectively across all levels.
• Strong organisational and analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead health, safety, and environmental systems on-site, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
• Advise the General Manager and site leadership on HSE performance and standards.
• Lead site audits, inspections and risk assessments; implement corrective actions.
• Manage incident investigations, maintain records, and ensure timely statutory reporting.
• Oversee fire safety compliance, risk assessments, drills and documentation.
• Coordinate environmental compliance activities (waste, permits, reporting).
• Liaise with regulators, insurers and enforcement authorities as needed.
• Support training and awareness programmes to strengthen HSE knowledge across teams.
• Provide regular reports on HSE KPIs aligned with group standards.

Skills

HSE management

Audit & compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

NEBOSH or equivalent HSE qualification

Job description

Salary: £40000-£45,000

Type: Full-time / Permanent

Location: Glasgow, UK (On-site)

A leading food manufacturing business is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager to take the lead in shaping and delivering the site’s safety and sustainability strategy.

Role Overview

As HSE Manager, you’ll lead health, safety, and environmental systems on-site, ensuring compliance, promoting best practice, and driving a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across the site.
• Advise the General Manager and site leadership on compliance standards and HSE performance
• Lead site audits, inspections, and risk assessments, implementing corrective and preventive measures as needed
• Manage incident investigations, maintain accident records, and ensure statutory reporting is completed on time
• Oversee fire safety compliance, including risk assessments, drills, and statutory documentation
• Coordinate environmental compliance activities, including waste management, EPR permits, and sustainability reporting
• Liaise with regulatory bodies such as the Environment Agency, insurers, and enforcement authorities
• Support training and awareness programmes to strengthen HSE knowledge and engagement across teams
• Provide regular reports on health, safety, and environmental KPIs, ensuring alignment with group standards

Your Profile

• Proven experience in a Health, Safety, and Environmental management role within manufacturing or FMCG
• Strong understanding of HSE legislation, compliance standards, and audit requirements
• NEBOSH or equivalent HSE qualification (IOSH Managing Safely or higher preferred)
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to engage effectively across all levels
• Strong organisational and analytical abilities with attention to detail
• Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive salary and long-term career development opportunities
• Be part of a well-established food manufacturing group with a strong reputation for quality and innovation
• Lead site-wide HSE initiatives and influence company-wide sustainability goals
• Work in a culture that prioritises safety, teamwork, and employee wellbeing
• Join a forward-thinking business committed to continuous improvement and responsible manufacturing