Manufacturing HSE Manager

OH Sourcing; Hereford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering and manufacturing company is seeking an experienced HSE Manager in Hereford. The role involves driving health, safety, and environmental excellence in a high-hazard environment, ensuring compliance, and embedding a culture of improvement. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, a NEBOSH Diploma, and substantial HSE management experience. Competitive salary and benefits available.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical cover (BUPA)

Life assurance (x4)

Car allowance

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in an HSE management role within a high-hazard environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and auditing EH&S management systems.

Responsibilities

• Advise and collaborate with senior managers.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain SHE policies.

Skills

EHS regulations knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental, Engineering

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Chartered Membership of IOSH

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HSE Manager

📍 Hereford
🕒 Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced HSE Manager to take a leading role in driving health, safety, and environmental excellence across a high-hazard manufacturing environment. Reporting to the UK EHS Manager, you'll be responsible for shaping strategy, ensuring compliance, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

This is an opportunity to join a global engineering and manufacturing business that produces critical materials for industries including aerospace, energy, and defence.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise and collaborate with senior managers to drive continual improvement in OHSE performance.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal manufacturing standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain SHE policies, procedures, and best practice.
• Lead compliance audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Monitor OHSE KPIs, prepare monthly reports, and present findings to senior leadership.
• Represent the organisation in communications with regulators and during audits.
• Champion cultural change by engaging employees at all levels in safety processes.
• Deliver training and coaching to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Stay up to date with emerging best practices in OHSE and integrate them into business strategy.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental, Engineering, or a related field.
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent post‑graduated H&S qualification).
• Chartered Membership of IOSH.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an HSE management role within a high‑hazard environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and auditing EH&S management systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage cultural change and process safety initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations and compliance.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• High level of self‑motivation with the ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Competent with MS Office and modern reporting systems.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private medical cover (BUPA)
• Life assurance (x4)
• Car allowance
• Relocation support

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven HSE professional to take ownership of safety leadership in a globally recognised organisation. You'll have the platform to make a real impact—driving compliance, shaping safety culture, and ensuring world‑class standards across a complex manufacturing site