HSE Manager (Stores & Logistics)

Magellan Aerospace Limited; Wrexham; 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. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment focused on promoting a positive HSE culture and ensuring compliance with legislation. You will manage HSE systems, mentor personnel, and drive safety improvements across multiple sites. Join a company that values innovation and invests in its employees' development, providing opportunities for career growth and a balanced work-life culture. If you're passionate about safety and leadership, this position is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Work-life balance-oriented culture

Access to mental health support

Performance-related bonus

Career development opportunities

Continued learning and development

Perkbox benefits including discounts

Long service awards

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Free parking

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant technical HSE experience.
• 5+ years managing HSE personnel across multiple sites.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a positive HSE culture across sites.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.
• Manage and mentor an HSE Advisor.

Skills

Business acumen

Communication

Motivation

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Conflict management

Timely decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry

Bachelor’s degree in environmental health sciences

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health sciences

Tools

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

OSHA VPP

Job description

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham, is seeking an experienced HSE Manager (Stores & Logistics) to lead our health, safety, and environmental initiatives. This full-time, permanent role offers a 39-hour workweek at our site in Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB. The site operates within a unionized environment, working in partnership with Unite the Union.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a positive HSE culture across the Wrexham sites, ensuring the effective implementation of management strategies and action plans to surpass client expectations and prevent adverse events.
• Provide professional leadership in HSE, supporting operational management teams, employees, and subcontractors with guidance and advice.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, maintaining and updating HSE policies, procedures, and manuals.

Perks and Benefits

• Work-life balance-oriented culture
• Access to mental health support
• Performance-related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Continued learning and development
• Perkbox benefits including discounts and treats
• Long service awards
• Enhanced holiday entitlement based on service length
• Free parking

Essential Responsibilities

• Implement and manage HSE Management Systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OSHA VPP)
• Manage local council environment permits (IPPC), drive emission and waste reduction programs, and report data to stakeholders
• Monitor and review HSE legislation, ensuring systems and procedures meet legal requirements
• Develop and maintain audit schedules for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party assurance
• Disseminate HSE information and updates from safety organizations and trade associations
• Promote accident, incident, and near-miss reporting, ensuring prompt response
• Coordinate with training managers to provide HSE training programs
• Review and approve process, plant, and equipment plans, and manage contractor safety evaluations
• Manage and mentor an HSE Advisor
• Lead emergency response planning, drills, and interface with authorities
• Conduct accident investigations and develop preventative controls
• Manage inspections and audits to improve safety practices

Position Requirements

Academic:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, environmental, or occupational health sciences, or equivalent experience

Experience:

• 5-10 years relevant technical HSE experience
• 5+ years managing HSE personnel across multiple sites/regions, supporting European operations
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing is advantageous but not essential

Key Competencies and Skills

• Business acumen, communication, motivation, critical thinking, problem-solving, conflict management, timely decision-making

Other Skills and Attributes

• Proficient in English business communication
• Ability to write reports, procedures, and interface with stakeholders
• Strong ethics and values

About Magellan Aerospace

Magellan Aerospace is a global leader in aerospace, providing complex systems and assemblies to aircraft, engine manufacturers, and space agencies worldwide. With over 80 years of industry experience, we value our employees as our greatest resource and invest in their development. Join us to be part of a legacy of innovation and excellence in aerospace.