HSE Manager

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• Lead the site's Safety, Health and Environmental strategy, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, company standards and corporate policies.
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• Develop, implement and continuously improve SHE management systems, procedures and performance standards.
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• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and employees on all SHE matters, including operational risk assessments, incident investigations and legislative compliance.
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• Lead the development and delivery of site SHE improvement programmes to achieve world-class SHE performance.
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• Promote a strong behavioural safety culture by engaging employees at all levels and encouraging ownership of SHE responsibilities.
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• Monitor SHE performance through audits, inspections, KPI reporting and trend analysis, ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented.
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• Lead investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures.
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• Ensure effective management of environmental compliance, including permits, emissions, waste management and sustainability initiatives.
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• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SHE legislation and ensure the site remains fully compliant with all applicable regulatory requirements.
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• Act as the site's subject matter expert for Operational Risk Assessment processes and process safety management.
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• Develop and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies, external SHE networks and industry groups.
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• Support capital projects and operational changes by ensuring appropriate SHE risk assessments and controls are implemented.
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• Manage emergency preparedness arrangements and participate as a member of the site's Emergency Response Duty Team.
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• Lead coach and develop all functions to deliver high SHE performance and continuous improvement
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• Prepare reports and present SHE performance, trends and improvement plans to the Site Leadership Team and corporate stakeholders.
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• Support business continuity and operational excellence through effective SHE leadership and risk management.
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Essential Skills & Experience

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• Minimum of 5 years management experience within a manufacturing or process industry environment.
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• Degree or professional qualification in a relevant scientific discipline.
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• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 qualification).
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• Extensive knowledge of UK Safety, Health and Environmental legislation.
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• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, operational risk assessment and technical SHE issues.
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• Demonstrable experience of developing and implementing SHE management systems.
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• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams.
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