HSE Manager

Vickerstock; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Guildford is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives on-site. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in HSE management within the manufacturing or FMCG sectors, and hold a NEBOSH or equivalent qualification. This role offers competitive salary and an opportunity to influence sustainability goals while prioritizing safety and teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Long-term career development opportunities

Focus on employee wellbeing

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.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to engage effectively across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across the site.
• Advise General Manager and site leadership on compliance standards.
• Manage incident investigations and ensure statutory reporting.

Skills

Health, Safety, and Environmental management

Excellent communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Organisational abilities

Analytical abilities

Education

NEBOSH or equivalent HSE qualification

Job description

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000, Full-time / Permanent, Guildford, UK (On-site)

Role Overview

As HSE Manager, you will lead health, safety, and environmental systems on‑site, ensuring compliance, promoting best practice, and driving a culture of safety and continuous improvement. If you have a strong background in HSE management within manufacturing or FMCG, this role offers the chance to make a real impact across both site and group operations.

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.