HSE Manager - Crewe

The Compleat Food Group; Crewe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Crewe is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of HSE experience, a Level 6 qualification, and a strong grasp of HSE legislation. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on safety culture while leading a dedicated team. Competitive salary and benefits are on offer.

Benefits

Car allowance

Performance bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in HSE roles, ideally in manufacturing or operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of environmental compliance and risk management.
• Proven experience in leading teams and driving positive change.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE aspects across the site, monitoring performance and compliance.
• Develop and implement HSE improvement plans.
• Act as the competent person for HSE matters, ensuring legislative compliance.

Skills

Experience in HSE roles

Knowledge of HSE legislation

Leadership skills

Communication and influencing

Proactive and forward-thinking

Education

Level 6 HSE Ofqual qualification

Job description

HSE Manager – Crewe

Location: Crewe
Salary: £50-60k + Car Allowance + Bonus

What you’ll be doing

• Leading on all aspects of HSE across your site area – setting the direction, monitoring performance, and keeping things on track.
• Developing and rolling out HSE improvement plans aligned with our strategy and operational goals.
• Acting as the competent person for HSE matters, providing expert advice and ensuring we stay compliant with relevant legislation.
• Managing site security and environmental compliance, including waste management and physical security.
• Leading HSE audits, coordinating follow-ups, and supporting customer and regulatory visits.
• Supporting risk assessments, control measures, and emergency response planning.
• Reporting performance using KPIs, spotting trends, and sharing insights with the wider team.
• Playing a key role in committee meetings and leadership forums, helping to shape and promote a positive HSE culture.
• Supporting and developing HSE team members and contributing to our wider HSE community.

What we’re looking for

• A minimum of 7 years’ experience in HSE roles, ideally in a manufacturing or complex operational environment.
• Level 6 HSE Ofqual qualification (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of HSE legislation, environmental compliance, physical security, and risk management.
• Someone forward-thinking, proactive, and confident working with technology and modern HSE systems.
• Great communicator and influencer – able to work with everyone from the shop floor to the boardroom.
• Proven experience in leading teams and driving positive change.

Why join us?

You’ll be joining a business that takes HSE seriously – where your input will be valued, and your voice will be heard. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we know there’s always more to do. If you’re passionate about safety, enjoy leading from the front, and want to make a real difference – we’d love to hear from you.

Ready to apply?

Send us your CV and let’s have a chat. Or if you’d like more info first, get in touch with our recruitment team – we’re happy to talk through the details.