Senior HSE Officer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company in Worcester is seeking an experienced Senior Health, Safety & Environment Officer to lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Diploma and about 5 years of HSE experience. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £39,774 plus benefits such as an 8% pension, life assurance, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

8% pension

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HSE roles, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory capacity.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Understanding of local and international HSE laws and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of HSE policies and programs.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance.
• Deliver HSE training and maintain records.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

HSE management systems

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

Degree or HND in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or Risk Management

Job description

Senior Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officer – Worcester

Up to £39,774 + Benefits (inc 8% pension, x4 life assurance and private medical)

Our client, Yamazaki Mazak is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Machine Tool manufacturer who have been at the forefront of the industry for many years.

Jonathan Lee Workforce Solutions are the preferred supplier to Mazak.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officer to lead and support our safety initiatives across Mazak. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, promoting a strong safety culture, and driving continuous improvement in HSE performance.

Job Description

• Lead the implementation and monitoring of HSE policies, procedures, and programs.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver HSE training and toolbox talks to staff and contractors.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with legal and company requirements.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure timely reporting.
• Support the development of emergency response plans and conduct drills.
• Champion a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across all levels of the organization.
• Report analysis including trends.
• Interrogate root cause of accidents including creation of departmental systems and procedures to prevent reoccurrence.
• Understand & maintain departmental systems, procedures & KPIs.
• Has the ability and willingness to train others on OJT.
• Demonstrate tangible Kaizen based improvement projects for SQDCP.
• Control 5S to a high standard.

Essential Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma
• Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in a relevant field such as Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or Risk Management.

Desirable Certifications

• IOSH Membership.
• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor.
• Environmental Management Qualification.
• First Aid at Work & Fire Safety.
• Manual Handling Training.
• Formal training in COSHH, Work at Height, or advanced risk assessment techniques desirable.

Experience Requirements

• Typically 5+ years in HSE roles, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory capacity.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and delivering training.
• Understanding of local and international HSE laws, regulations, and standards and compliance frameworks relevant to the industry.
• Experience of working with certification bodies.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to adapt communication style and behaviour to engage and motivate all colleagues.
• Demonstrable ability to implement new processes and standards.
• Self‑motivated and committed to team engagement and team working.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HSE management systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and influence others.

Next Steps

If this Senior Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Officer role sounds like the right opportunity for you then please call to discuss further or email me at the address provided.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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