HSE Manager

TN United Kingdom; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food sector is seeking a dedicated HSE Manager to enhance their health and safety protocols. This role is vital for maintaining compliance with legislation and implementing innovative strategies for continuous improvement. As the sole HSE representative, you will collaborate with senior management, oversee training, and ensure the safety of contractors and visitors. This position offers significant opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly expanding company committed to excellence. If you're passionate about health and safety and eager to make a difference, this is the role for you.

Benefits

33 Days Holiday

Bonus Scheme

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Degree or professional membership in a relevant H&S field.
• Proven health and safety expertise within manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of HSE legislation and advise management.
• Develop and implement site HSE management system and policies.
• Investigate accidents and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Health and Safety Expertise

Presentation Skills

Innovative HSE Improvement Strategies

Stakeholder Relationship Building

Environmental Awareness

Education

Degree in Health and Safety

Professional Membership in H&S Field

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HSE Manager

HSE MANAGER

FOOD INDUSTRY

RUNCORN / WIDNES AREA

MON-FRI DAYS

• 33 Days Holiday
• Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance

Job Overview

Our market-leading Food Industry client is seeking a HSE Manager to join their team in the Widnes/Runcorn Area on a days-based schedule, due to increased demand and continuous site improvements.

This role offers an opportunity to work within a rapidly growing company aiming to become a market leader in the chemicals industry. The position provides a broad scope, shares in the company, and significant opportunities for professional growth for a growth-minded individual seeking technical challenges.

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of HSE legislation and advise management and staff accordingly.
• Operate as the sole HSE representative, reporting to the Site Director and collaborating with Senior Management on HSE matters.
• Develop and implement the site HSE management system, policies, and procedures to meet legislative requirements and achieve HSE targets.
• Ensure effective implementation of the HSE strategy within budget.
• Identify and support internal and external training opportunities.
• Maintain records for safe systems of work, hazard spotting, audits, accident reporting, and committee meetings.
• Manage safe systems for contractors and visitors.
• Support risk assessments, coaching colleagues on their completion and upkeep.
• Ensure PPE compliance based on usage requirements.
• Investigate accidents and liaise with stakeholders such as HSE, insurance, and occupational health teams.
• Report HSE statistics and CSR metrics regularly to Group HSE.
• Monitor environmental impact and implement improvement initiatives.
• Participate in global and UK H&S networks.

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree or professional membership in a relevant H&S field.
• Proven health and safety expertise within manufacturing.
• Strong presentation skills for delivering to peers.
• Experience with innovative HSE improvement strategies.
• Pragmatic approach to continuous improvement.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Awareness of environmental impacts and reduction initiatives.
• Knowledge of Corporate Social Responsibility (desirable).
• Experience in the food industry and lean operations/QA/QC (desirable).

Company Information

Our client is a leading manufacturing company with a strong UK and global presence, expanding its portfolio and offering stable career opportunities.

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