HSE/QHSE Manager

Imrandd Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

5% employer pension contribution

Death in service x4

Medicash

Job summary

SeAH Wind seeks an experienced HSE Manager to lead and develop Health, Safety and Environmental management across operations in the UK. You will be the subject matter expert, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and company standards.

You will drive a positive safety culture, maintain robust management systems, and support continuous improvement while guiding managers and employees at all levels.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HSE management role within manufacturing, engineering, construction, energy, or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
• Experience managing ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) or working towards.
• Lead Auditor qualification.
• Experience in offshore wind, heavy manufacturing, steel, fabrication or renewable energy sectors.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting and sustainability frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of HSE strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Promote proactive safety culture and prioritise HSE across activities.
• Provide expert guidance to managers and employees on HSE matters.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance HSE performance and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with UK HSE legislation.
• Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Oversee risk assessment processes and implement controls.
• Develop and manage accident prevention and environmental programmes.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance.
• Plan and conduct HSE audits, inspections, and workplace assessments.
• Manage internal and external audit programmes and certification activities.
• Monitor and report HSE KPIs (incidents, near misses, environmental metrics).
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective/preventative actions.
• Manage environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Oversee waste management and environmental controls.
• Monitor environmental impacts (emissions, pollution prevention, resource management).
• Support development of environmentally responsible practices.
• Lead, coach and develop the HSE team.
• Support managers in delivering HSE objectives and compliance.
• Facilitate HSE training and awareness programmes.
• Encourage employee engagement and ownership of safe practices.
• Support assessment/monitoring of contractors and suppliers from an HSE perspective.
• Ensure third parties comply with standards and legal requirements.
• Build relationships with regulators and industry bodies.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team development

Problem-solving

Auditing

Education

Degree qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, or related

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Health & Safety qualification

Chartered IOSH (CMIOSH) or working towards

Lead Auditor qualification

Job description

We are seeking an experienced HSE Manager to lead and develop Health, Safety and Environmental management across our operations.

Reporting into the leadership team, you will act as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for all HSE matters, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, industry standards, and company requirements. You will be responsible for driving a positive safety culture, maintaining robust management systems, and supporting continuous improvement across the business.

This is a key leadership role that will oversee the development, implementation, and effectiveness of HSE strategies, policies, and procedures while providing guidance and support to managers and employees at all levels.

Health, Safety & Environmental Leadership

• Lead the development and implementation of Health, Safety and Environmental strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure HSE remains a key priority across all business activities.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on HSE matters.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HSE performance and compliance.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all relevant UK Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
• Maintain and manage ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Oversee risk assessment processes and ensure appropriate controls are implemented.
• Develop and manage programmes for accident prevention and environmental protection.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure business compliance with evolving requirements.

Auditing & Performance Monitoring

• Plan and conduct regular HSE audits, inspections, and workplace assessments.
• Manage internal and external audit programmes and support certification activities.
• Monitor and report on key HSE performance indicators, including incidents, near misses, environmental metrics, and corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents and implement effective corrective and preventative measures.

Environmental Management

• Manage environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives.
• Oversee waste management and environmental control measures.
• Monitor environmental impacts including emissions, pollution prevention, and resource management.
• Support the development of environmentally responsible working practices across the business.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the HSE team.
• Support managers in delivering HSE objectives and maintaining compliance within their areas.
• Facilitate HSE training and awareness programmes across the organisation.
• Encourage employee engagement and ownership of safe working practices.

Contractor & Supplier Management

• Support the assessment and monitoring of contractors and suppliers from an HSE perspective.
• Ensure third parties comply with company standards and legal requirements.
• Build strong relationships with external stakeholders, regulators, and industry bodies.

About You

• Degree qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Engineering, or a related discipline, or significant equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in an HSE management role within a manufacturing, engineering, construction, energy, or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
• Experience managing ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Strong risk management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Demonstrable experience leading and developing teams.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) or working towards.
• Lead Auditor qualification.
• Experience within offshore wind, heavy manufacturing, steel, fabrication, or renewable energy sectors.
• Knowledge of environmental permitting and sustainability frameworks.

What You'll Bring

You will be a confident and proactive HSE professional with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation. You will be passionate about creating a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace while supporting operational excellence and business growth.

Most importantly, you will be a visible leader who can build strong relationships, drive positive behaviours, and help foster a culture where health, safety and environmental performance are everyone's responsibility.

Why Join Us?

• Work at the world's largest monopile production plant, contributing to landmark offshore wind projects across the globe.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across an international, multicultural organisation.
• Play an active role in supporting the global energy transition.

In return, we can offer an attractive base salary, 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, a 5% employer pension contribution, death in service x 4 and Medicash.

At SeAH Wind we are committed to developing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our aim is to build a workplace that attracts the most talented people and creates an environment that fosters courtesy and mutual respect.

All applications will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We know that getting this right is crucial for us to live our values: Honest, Passionate and Professional.

Simply put, SeAH Wind value you – whoever you are.