Hse jobs in United States

Our client is a leading chemical manufacturing business based in the North West, specialising in innovative solutions for global industries. The company has a strong commitment to health, safety, environmental sustainability, and operational excellence. They are seeking a proactive HSE Manager to drive safety and environmental performance.

• Manage, implement, and communicate ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 management systems.
• Conduct accident and incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and implement preventive actions.
• Investigate and resolve non-conformances.
• Plan, implement, and review internal and external audits.
• Maintain awareness of HSE legislation, standards, and best practices, communicating changes to the business.
• Maintain and manage the site Legislation Register to ensure compliance.
• Organise and deliver HSE training programmes for site personnel.
• Develop and manage safety programmes including Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout, Hazard Communication, Emergency Response, Fall Protection, and Respiratory Protection.
• Oversee site safety protocols, inductions, signage, and access controls.
• Coordinate and lead the site safety committee.
• Support Process Safety team in hazard assessments (PHA, HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, HFA, ALARP) in line with COMAH regulations.
• Liaise with regulators, emergency services, and local authorities regarding emergency planning and drills.
• Act as Fire Officer, maintaining fire risk assessments and implementing control measures.
• Report HSE performance, risks, and opportunities to senior management.
• Manage COSHH assessments and ensure chemical safety compliance.
• Develop and implement environmental strategy, manage permits, and report any breaches to regulators.
• Conduct environmental risk assessments and support sustainability initiatives.
• Carry out other reasonable duties in support of the business objectives.

• Proven leadership with the ability to promote a positive HSE culture.
• Strong knowledge of chemical industry HSE legislation and best practice.
• Experience in risk assessment and COSHH management.
• Knowledge and experience of ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 management systems.
• Experience on COMAH-regulated sites.
• Ability to lead emergency drills and scenario-based training.
• Experience presenting to groups, including senior management.
• Internal audit experience.
• Previous experience in a similar HSE management role.
• Experience chairing committees or leading cross-functional teams.
• Coordination of site-wide training programmes.
• Degree in a relevant subject.
• NEBOSH Level 3 Certificate (or equivalent).
• IOSH Managing Safely.
• Supervisory / Management Qualification (ILM, NEBS).
• Lead Auditor for ISO 45001, ISO 14001 (and ISO 9001).

• £45,000- £50,000
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Company pension scheme (3% employer, 5% employee).
• Private healthcare (BUPA cover after 6-month probation).

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.