HSE Manager

Protea Recruitment Ltd; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Health, Safety & Environment Manager for a key leadership role within a busy manufacturing site in Fife. The successful candidate will drive a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations while leading various initiatives for improvements across operations. This full-time position offers a salary of £45,000 per annum and an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HSE leadership role within manufacturing or similar environments.
• Strong understanding of UK health & safety and environmental legislation.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and engage teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a culture of safety-first across all departments.
• Ensure compliance with all HSE regulations and internal policies.
• Prepare for and lead external audits including HSE, ethical and insurance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk Assessment

Training Delivery

Environmental Compliance

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Tech IOSH

IEMA or CIWEM membership

Job description

Job Title:Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager
Location:Fife
Salary:£45,000 per annum
Contract Type:Fixed-Term Contract (6 months)
Start Date:Immediate
Hours:Full-time (40 hours per week)

Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and experiencedHealth, Safety & Environment Managerto join a busy manufacturing site in Fife. This is a key leadership role focused on driving a positive safety culture, ensuring full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, and delivering improvements across site operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Health & Safety:

• Lead and develop a culture of safety-first across all departments

• Conduct risk assessments and ensure Safe Systems of Work are in place and trained against

• Drive near-miss and hazard reporting, ensuring timely investigation and action

• Ensure compliance with all HSE regulations and internal policies

• Lead on all accident and incident investigations and maintain required documentation

• Deliver site-wide health & safety training and refreshers

• Maintain accurate records and produce regular reports for management and audits

• Chair health & safety committee meetings and support daily operational reviews

Environment & Sustainability:

• Ensure environmental compliance and reduce site environmental impact

• Lead environmental initiatives and sustainability action plans

• Oversee waste, pollution control, energy use, and sustainable procurement

• Maintain and improve the site’s environmental management system

Training & Development:

• Audit staff training records and ensure alignment with compliance requirements

• Develop training matrices and coordinate training for qualified trainers

• Monitor ongoing development and coaching to improve knowledge and behaviours

Audit & Compliance:

• Prepare for and lead external audits including HSE, ethical and insurance

• Support internal audit activity, drive corrective actions, and ensure closure

• Liaise with relevant external bodies (e.g. regulators, insurers) when required

Engagement & Culture:

• Foster open communication on HSE matters across all levels

• Be a visible presence on the factory floor, working with teams daily

• Encourage continuous improvement and a shared responsibility for safety

Required Experience & Qualifications:

NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)

Tech IOSH (or higher)

IEMA, CIWEM or similar environmental membership preferred

Proven experience in an HSE leadership role within manufacturing or similar environments

Strong understanding of UK health & safety and environmental legislation

Experience with audits, risk assessments, and training delivery

Confident communicator with the ability to influence and engage teams at all levels

What’s on Offer:

£45,000 annual salary

6-month FTC

Immediate start available

Opportunity to lead meaningful change in a high-impact role