SHE Manager

Job Opportunity: Health and Safety Manager

Location: Somerset

Industry: Manufacturing

Type: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 + benefits.

Are you an experienced SHE professional looking to lead sustainability, health & safety, and environmental strategy for a forward-thinking, values-led business?

Our client, a respected manufacturer and proud member of a larger group, is seeking a proactive SHE Manager to lead their Safety, Health, and Environmental policies on site, while driving forward a dynamic sustainability strategy.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company with a strong people-first culture, a commitment to best practices, and very exciting growth plans for the next few years.

The Role:

As SHE Manager, you will:

• Oversee the Environmental and Health & Safety Management Systems, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Lead accident and near-miss investigations and develop initiatives to improve safety performance across the business.
• Engage with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders, acting as the main point of contact for SHE matters.
• Drive the company’s sustainability programme, embedding responsible practices into daily operations.
• Support internal teams with expert SHE advice, training, and continuous improvement strategies.
• Manage SHE budgets and identify innovations that reduce waste, improve efficiency, and deliver value.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Recognised environmental or health & safety qualification (e.g. IEMA, NEBOSH).
• Proven experience managing ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 (or OHSAS 18001) systems.
• Strong understanding of SHE legislation, audit processes, and risk management.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.

Desirable:

• Environmental Permit Operator’s Competence (NVQ).
• Internal Auditor qualification.

What You’ll Achieve:

• Continued certification and compliance with key SHE standards.
• Measurable improvements in safety performance and environmental impact.
• Delivery of a site-wide sustainability strategy aligned with long-term corporate goals.
• Positive engagement and culture-building across the organisation.