HSE Manager

TXM Recruit; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

TXM Recruit is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead health, safety and environmental compliance across two sites. The role is mainly based at Hinckley Head Office with some travel to Farnborough.

You will bring expert knowledge of UK HSE legislation, risk management, incident investigation and supplier management, influencing senior leaders and driving continuous improvement. The position is full-time and based in Leicestershire.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6) or equivalent required.
• Chartered IOSH membership (CMIOSH) or working towards it.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Experience in manufacturing settings, preferably aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation and compliance.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE strategy across two sites and ensure legal compliance.
• Develop and update HSE policies, risk assessments and documents.
• Conduct audits, inspections and reviews for improvement opportunities.
• Investigate incidents and ensure root-cause actions are implemented.
• Develop and deliver HSE training across the business.
• Support managers in maintaining a positive safety culture.
• Monitor environmental compliance and support sustainability efforts.
• Liaise with auditors, regulators and customers on HSE matters.
• Track HSE metrics and drive continuous improvement across processes.

Skills

HSE leadership

Auditing & inspections

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Stakeholder management

Training delivery

Education

NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6)

CMIOSH

Environmental qualification

Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HSE Manager

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000

Location: Hinckley, Leicestershire

Additional Location: Farnborough, Hampshire

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Travel: Some travel between sites required

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead and drive Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) compliance and continuous improvement across two sites. The role will be primarily based at the Head Office in Hinckley, with some travel required to the Farnborough site.

The successful candidate will have expert knowledge of UK health, safety and environmental legislation, regulatory compliance, risk management frameworks, incident investigation, contractor management and industry best practice. You will also need the ability to provide strategic advice and influence decision‑making at senior leadership level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the site's Health, Safety and Environmental strategy, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and company standards.


• Write, monitor, review and update HSE policies, procedures, risk assessments and documentation.


• Conduct regular audits, inspections and compliance reviews to identify opportunities for improvement.


• Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring root cause analysis is completed and corrective actions are implemented.


• Develop and deliver HSE training and awareness programmes across the business.


• Support managers and supervisors in maintaining a positive safety culture.


• Monitor environmental compliance and support sustainability initiatives.


• Liaise with external auditors, regulatory bodies and customers on HSE-related matters.


• Track and report key HSE metrics and performance indicators.


• Apply Continuous Improvement tools and techniques to improve safety performance and standardise processes.


• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on HSE matters.

Experience & Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6) or equivalent.


• Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) or working towards Chartered status.


• Environmental qualification and knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.


• Proven experience in a Health & Safety management role within a manufacturing environment, preferably Aerospace.


• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and environmental compliance requirements.


• Experience conducting incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.


• Hands‑on experience using Continuous Improvement tools and techniques.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.


• Ability to influence and engage employees at all levels of the business.


• Six Sigma Green Belt or other Continuous Improvement accreditation is desirable, but not essential.


• Flexibility in working hours and the ability to travel between sites.

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