HSE Manager (BBBH692368) St. Helens, England
| Salary: | GBP50000 - GBP50000 per annum |
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager to lead safety and sustainability initiatives across our site and a sister facility. This pivotal role ensures a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and visitors, while driving compliance, continuous improvement, and a strong safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Health & Safety Leadership: Champion the site’s HSE strategy, embedding safety into all operations and coaching employees at every level.
- Compliance & Regulatory Management: Ensure adherence to HSE legislation and industry standards, maintain policies and documentation, and coordinate audits and certifications.
- Risk Management & Incident Prevention: Conduct inspections, lead investigations, and implement preventive measures to reduce risks.
- Training & Engagement: Deliver induction and refresher training, promote employee involvement through committees and toolbox talks, and support managers in enforcing safety practices.
- Emergency Preparedness: Oversee fire safety, evacuation, first aid, and crisis management programs, coordinating drills and readiness.
- Environmental Management: Monitor compliance in waste, recycling, emissions, and energy usage, while supporting sustainability initiatives.
- Reporting & Performance Monitoring: Track and present key HSE metrics, manage budgets, and contribute to strategic planning.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of HSE experience in manufacturing or industrial environments, ideally packaging or related industries.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance.
- Proven experience in risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety training.
Preferred
- Professional certifications (NEBOSH, CSP, CMIOSH, IOSH).
- Background in regulated environments such as food, pharmaceutical, or consumer packaging.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and influencing skills.
- Excellent communication and training capabilities.
- Analytical, detail-oriented problem solver.
- Ability to engage employees and drive cultural change.
- Proactive, results-driven, and committed to safety excellence.
Take the next step in your HSE career — apply today and help shape a safer tomorrow!