At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Health, Safety & Environmental strategy in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Company: Reputable manufacturer committed to safety and continuous improvement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension contribution, flexible working, and an EV car scheme.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace safety and foster a proactive safety culture.
- Qualifications: Proven HSE leadership experience in manufacturing and strong knowledge of UK legislation.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.
A highly reputable manufacturer is seeking an experienced and proactive Health, Safety & Environmental Manager to lead the development of a world-class safety.
About the Role
Reporting to the Business Excellence & Quality Director, you will take ownership of the site's Health, Safety and Environmental strategy, driving continuous improvement across manufacturing, assembly, warehousing, maintenance, and logistics. You will combine strategic leadership with a hands-on approach, spending time on the shop floor, engaging with colleagues, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping create an environment where safety is everyone's responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver the site's Health & Safety strategy and improvement plans.
- Lead by example through visible shop floor engagement and coaching.
- Build a proactive safety culture through behavioural safety principles, learning teams, and effective near-miss reporting.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant UK Health & Safety legislation, including HASAWA, PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, MHSWR and related audits, inspections and corrective action programmes.
- Embed health and safety into operational excellence and continuous improvement activities.
- Develop practical communications including toolbox talks, safety alerts and training investigations into accidents, incidents and near misses.
- Maintain and continually improve the site's ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System.
- Manage internal audits, corrective actions, document control and management reviews.
Person Specification
- Proven Health & Safety leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with manufacturing processes including machinery, assembly operations and warehousing/logistics.
- Professional membership or working towards (CMIOSH).
- NEBOSH General Certificate / NEBOSH Diploma (desirable).
- Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and its practical application in maintaining and improving ISO 45001 management systems.
- Demonstrated ability to investigate incidents and deliver long-term corrective actions.
- Excellent communication, coaching and influencing skills.
Salary / Package
- £60,000 Annual Salary
- 25 days holiday
- Pension contribution
- Flexible working
- EV Car Scheme
- Finish at lunch on a Friday
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HSE Manager (Manufacturing) employer: Nub News
Join a highly reputable manufacturer in Leamington Spa as an HSE Manager, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a proactive safety culture. With a commitment to employee growth and development, the company offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a supportive environment that values inclusivity and continuous improvement. Enjoy unique benefits such as an EV Car Scheme and early finishes on Fridays, making this an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
