HSE Manager

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives during a transformative period. This role involves developing and implementing HSE policies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of safety across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a NEBOSH qualification, and a proven track record in a manufacturing environment. Join a forward-thinking company committed to enhancing workplace safety and employee well-being, while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to Reward Gateway

Enhanced family-friendly entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar managerial role in manufacturing.
• Ability to develop, implement, and maintain an HSE management system.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain HSE policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Communicate and train employees on HSE matters.

Skills

NEBOSH qualification

IEMA qualification

ISO 14001 and 45001 standards

Health and Safety legislation knowledge

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership and relationship-building skills

Education

NEBOSH qualification in Health and Safety

IEMA qualification in Environment

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HSE Manager within a long-established and highly respected manufacturing company in Rotherham. This is an exciting time to join the company as it is at a period of positive change, with a focus on compliance and developing the health and safety culture across the business. A full job specification will be sent upon application.

About the company

Our client is a British manufacturer founded in 1984. They create solutions to meet the challenges of integrating power and AV/data access for people working in offices and commercial spaces. Their product range includes underfloor powertrack and power hub power distribution systems, floor boxes, workstation power and AV/data modules, monitor arms, CPU supports, and cable management solutions designed for quick, easy installation and adaptability for contractors, clients, and end-users.

About the role

The role of HSE Manager includes:

1. The development, implementation, and maintenance of the company’s Health, Safety & Environmental policies, processes, operational procedures, and standards.
2. Ensuring best practices and championing a continually improving HSE culture within the business.
3. Engaging and influencing key stakeholders both within and outside the business, including liaising with and reporting to external regulatory bodies.
4. Maintaining high levels of compliance to protect employees, customers, and regulatory organizations. A sound working knowledge of Environmental and Health & Safety legislation is essential.

About the responsibilities

As HSE Manager, key tasks include:

1. Being an exemplar of HSE processes and driving best practices and improvements.
2. Supporting all areas of the business to eliminate, mitigate, or reduce exposures while managing change within SHE at all levels.
3. Liaising with departments to ensure HSE requirements are maintained.
4. Providing operational site and premises support, inspections, and audits.
5. Planning and maintaining internal HSE audits.
6. Completing and auditing risk assessments as required.
7. Communicating, educating, and training employees on HSE matters.
8. Developing policies and procedures to manage HSE risks and opportunities effectively.
9. Investigating, analyzing, and reporting accidents and incidents.
10. Managing follow-up processes for accidents and incidents.
11. Updating onsite documentation regularly.
12. Ensuring timely and accurate statutory and internal reporting.

Accountabilities

• Health and Safety
• Relationship management
• Leadership and supervisory responsibilities

About you

To be successful as HSE Manager, you must have / be:

• NEBOSH qualification in Health and Safety
• IEMA qualification in Environment (or similar)
• Lead auditor qualification (preferably ISO 14001 and 45001 standards)
• Proven experience in a similar managerial role
• Management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and maintain an HSE management system
• Up-to-date knowledge of ISO certification processes
• Experience reporting and liaising with relevant stakeholders
• Evidence of driving and implementing change
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Strong organizational and planning abilities
• Attention to detail and a results-driven approach
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Leadership and relationship-building skills, including team management

Hours & Rewards

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to Reward Gateway
• Enhanced family-friendly entitlements, if eligible