HSE Manager

Integrate Engineering Resources; Swansea; On-site; GBP 63,837 - 83,763; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking an experienced HSE Manager for a 2-year contract in Swansea. The role involves ensuring compliance with HSE legislation during construction, overseeing the HSE Management Plan, and conducting risk assessments. The ideal candidate will have NEBOSH or IOSH certifications, a degree in construction or related field, and experience in health, safety, and environmental management. Strong communication and leadership skills are crucial for managing site safety effectively.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH / IOSH certificates are essential.
• Preferred degree in construction or a related field.
• Experience in managing health, safety, and environmental aspects on construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with HSE legislation and CDM regulations.
• Develop and manage project-specific HSE Management Plan.
• Conduct risk assessments and site inspections to identify hazards.

Skills

NEBOSH / IOSH certificates

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in conducting risk assessments

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Experience in health, safety, and environmental management

Education

Degree in construction or a related field

Job description

Position: HSE Manager

Location: Swansea

Hours: Approx 10hrs/day

Start Date: Jan 2026

Contract: 2 years

PAYE Pay Rates: £400.00/day, including £43.00/day Holiday Pay

The Role

Integrate Engineering Resources is currently recruiting for HSE Managers for a 2 year contract on a major construction near Swansea. The role will involve ensuring the construction phase is completed in compliance with CDM regulations, managing and implementing the site's HSE Management Plan, conducting risk assessments, investigating incidents, overseeing contractor competence, managing site inductions, lead safety meetings, and serve as a key point of contact for all health, safety, and environmental matters.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory compliance: Ensure full compliance with all relevant HSE legislation, especially the CDM 2015 regulations, by understanding the roles and responsibilities of all duty holders.

HSE management plan: Develop, implement, and manage a project-specific HSE Management Plan and ensure the Construction Phase Plan (CPP) is kept up-to-date.

Risk management: Conduct proactive risk assessments, hazard identification, and regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure robust mitigation measures are in place.

Contractor oversight: Review the competence of contractors and their method statements (RAMS) and COSHH assessments. Coordinate work activities through permit-to-work systems and site meetings.

Incident management: Investigate all incidents, near-misses, and unsafe acts, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Training and communication: Develop and deliver site inductions, conduct toolbox talks, and hold regular safety and supervisor meetings. Foster a strong safety culture throughout the site.

Documentation: Ensure all required documentation and statutory inspections are in place and complete. Produce and update safety and environmental management plans.

Advisory role: Act as the subject matter expert for CDM and provide guidance to project teams, senior management, and designers on safety best practices and legal obligations.

Requirements

NEBOSH / IOSH certificates

A degree in construction or a related field is preferred

Experience in health, safety, and environmental management on construction projects.

A comprehensive understanding of the Construction Design and Management Regulations

Strong written and verbal communication skills

The ability to review project information and assess risks is crucial for effective decision-making.

Proficiency in conducting risk assessments, site audits, and incident investigations.

Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively manage and influence a range of stakeholders.

Experience in developing and implementing HSE Management Systems and plans.

About Us

Integrate Engineering Resources Ltd provides a dedicated recruitment service to the Engineering Construction and Maintenance sectors. Our specialist recruitment activities range across all areas and include the appointment of all levels of professional into the Steel, Cement, Water Treatment, Combined Cycle Gas Turbine, Nuclear, Biomass, Energy from Waste and Wind industries throughout the UK and worldwide.