Hseq Manager

AE Partners; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company located in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an HSE Manager to lead their health, safety, and environmental strategy. This role involves developing HSE policies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and conducting risk assessments. The ideal candidate will possess proven experience in an HSE management role, have strong knowledge of regulations, and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Mission-driven team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HSE management role, ideally within utilities or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and standards like ISO 45001.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and safety audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the company's HSE policies and management systems.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits across operations.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Provide expert HSE guidance across business functions.

Skills

HSE management experience

Knowledge of HSE regulations

Risk assessment skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

HSE qualification (NEBOSH)

Education

Relevant HSE qualification

Job description

About Us

We design technologies that make it easier for the water industry to take action on water waste, leakage, and infrastructure integrity utilising cutting‑edge technologies. Our solutions help utilities detect issues earlier, respond faster, and protect precious water resources. As a team, we work together to drive down water loss and safeguard the environment—now and for future generations.

Role Overview

The HSE Manager will lead our health, safety, and environmental strategy across all business functions, ensuring a culture of responsibility, compliance, and continuous improvement. This role is critical in supporting our mission to deliver innovative technology that supports a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable water sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's HSE policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections across office, laboratory, and field-based operations.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure appropriate root‑cause analysis and corrective actions are completed.
• Provide expert HSE guidance to engineering, product, and field operations teams working with water‑industry partners.
• Develop and deliver HSE training programs to promote best practices and a strong safety culture.
• Monitor environmental performance and support initiatives to minimise environmental impact and resource use.
• Collaborate with leadership to integrate HSE considerations into project planning, product development, and customer operations.
• Track and report key HSE metrics, generating insights that help drive operational excellence.
• Act as the primary contact for regulators, clients, and external auditors on HSE matters.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an HSE management role, ideally within utilities, engineering, environmental technology, or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
• Experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety audits.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a proactive and hands‑on approach.
• Relevant HSE qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma, equivalent certification) preferred.

What We Offer

• The chance to work on technology that helps protect water resources and the environment.
• A collaborative, mission‑driven team committed to reducing water loss globally.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued HSE training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.