Site HSE Leader - Small Sites

GKN Aerospace; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the aerospace sector is seeking a Site HSE Leader responsible for managing health, safety, environmental, and security programs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the necessary regulations and best practices, along with experience in HSE management. You will be crucial in promoting a safe and compliant workplace, leading training initiatives, and ensuring the organization's adherence to industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a HSE and/or security management role.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Strong knowledge of regulations and standards related to HSE and security.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive HSE management systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Train employees on HSE policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

Security management software

Surveillance systems

Microsoft Office suite

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Job Summary

The Site HSE Leader is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive health, safety, environmental (HSE), and security programs for the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of industry best practices, regulatory compliance, and risk management principles.

Job Responsibilities

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive HSE management systems and programs.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify hazards, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and track HSE performance indicators and conduct regular audits.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses and implement corrective actions.
• Train employees on HSE policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies and ensure compliance with HSE regulations.
• Provide training and awareness programs on HSE issues to employees and contractors.

Security

• Develop and implement comprehensive security programs to protect personnel, assets, and information.
• Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Monitor security systems and implement physical and electronic security measures.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training programs.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and other security agencies.
• Manage security incident response and contingency planning.

Other Responsibilities

• Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory updates.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to senior management on HSE and security matters.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate HSE and security into business processes.
• Represent the organization at HSE and security conferences and events.
• Performs other duties, task and responsibilities as assigned
• Maintain records and documentation related to HSE & security compliance
• Build strong relationships with employees, contractors, and regulatory authorities
• Communicate effectively on HSE & security matters to all levels of the organization.
• Authority to STOP work for any non- compliance or potential hazard / risk that can cause harm.
• To fulfill the GKN Global / Corporate requirements and compliances.
• Lead, champion and deploy the GKN Aerospace HSE policies and procedures throughout the site
• Report and manage all incidents with appropriate agencies and GKN Aerospace
• Ensure statutory compliance of the site
• Set targets for site HSE performance
• Provide reports as required on site HSE performance
• Manage Risk Assessment activities at the site, identifying hazards and aspects
• Support Health and Safety and Environmental site certifications as required
• Ensure employees are trained and competent in relation to HSE

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Security Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a HSE and/or security management role.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Experience in conducting safety audits , accident investigation and developing corrective action plans
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of regulations, standards, and best practices related to HSE and security. Adaptability and flexibility in responding to security incidents and
  emergencies.
• Proficiency in security management software, surveillance systems, and Microsoft Office suite.

Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (DIB)

As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success.

A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world.

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Created on 30/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom