HSES Manager

Vantage Consulting; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Plymouth is seeking an HSES Manager to oversee Health, Safety, Environment, and Sustainability activities. This role offers a blend of hands-on leadership and strategic influence within the plant. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in EHS, a NEBOSH certificate, and strong knowledge of H&S regulations. The role offers a salary of £55,000-£60,000, a 10% bonus, and benefits including 28 days of annual leave, pension contributions, and employee share programs.

Benefits

10% bonus

28 days annual leave + public holidays

Pension contribution

Holiday buy/sell scheme

Employee share programme

Health & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in Health, Safety, and Environmental management.
• Strong knowledge of compliance monitoring and sustainability practices.
• Ability to engage and influence across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead Health & Safety management across the manufacturing site.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, environmental, energy standards.
• Develop and implement health and safety improvement programs.

Skills

NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)

8+ years' experience leading EHS

Strong knowledge of H&S regulations

Experience leading audits

Experience driving sustainability initiatives

Strong communication skills

Good IT literacy (MS Office)

Education

Degree-level qualification in Manufacturing, Engineering, H&S

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Job description

HSES Manager

Health, Safety, Environment & Sustainability Manager

Location: Plymouth | Full-Time | On-Site

Salary: £55,000-£60,000

About the Company

A global engineering and manufacturing organisation, recognised for innovation in energy management, automation, and sustainable operations. The Plymouth site is a key manufacturing facility producing advanced domestic heating and smart control products. The business is known for strong corporate standards, robust safety culture, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Plant Director, the HSES Manager will lead all Health, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability activities across the site. This position combines hands‑on Health & Safety leadership with continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives, offering both operational involvement and strategic influence within the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with HSE, environmental, energy, and facilities regulations
• Lead day‑to‑day Health & Safety management across the manufacturing site
• Develop and implement H&S improvement and prevention programmes
• Conduct and lead internal and external audits
• Manage risk assessments, emergency planning, and contingency processes
• Oversee environmental management including waste, emissions, and regulatory compliance (e.g., RoHS/WEEE)
• Lead environmental analysis and energy reviews, implementing reduction initiatives
• Promote corporate sustainability commitments and site performance goals
• Monitor KPIs and present performance updates to leadership
• Engage with shopfloor teams, engineers, and cross‑functional departments
• Act as key liaison with regulatory bodies, employee representatives, and external stakeholders
• Manage PPE procurement, supplier contracts, and cost tracking
• Deploy best‑practice safety and environmental methodologies

Why Join?

• Work for a globally recognised engineering and sustainability‑focused organisation
• Visible leadership role reporting directly to the Plant Director
• Opportunity to influence both operational safety and long‑term environmental strategy
• Mix of hands‑on engagement and strategic project work
• Strong corporate systems, tools, and support
• Opportunity to mentor and develop junior team members

Essential Skills & Experience

• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum) or equivalent
• 8+ years' experience leading EHS within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of H&S and environmental regulations and management systems
• Experience leading audits and compliance monitoring
• Experience driving sustainability initiatives
• Ability to influence and engage at all organisational levels
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Good IT literacy (MS Office)
• Lead Auditor accreditation desirable

Education

• Degree‑level qualification in Manufacturing, Engineering, H&S, or related discipline (preferred)
• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Salary & Benefits

• £55,000-£60,000
• 10% bonus
• 28 days annual leave + public holidays
• Pension contribution
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Employee share programme
• Health & wellbeing support and additional benefits

Working Hours

• Standard site hours:
  • Monday‑Thursday: 08:00‑16:30
  • Friday: 08:00‑15:30
• Flexible alignment with production hours available:
  • Monday‑Thursday: 07:00‑16:00
  • Friday: 07:00‑11:50
• 39‑hour paid week. Role is primarily site‑based (5 days), with occasional ad‑hoc remote flexibility