HSE Manager in Gillingham

PHINIA is an independent, market-leading, premium solutions and components provider with over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships. We provide fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket products and solutions of the highest quality – developed and manufactured responsibly – that are designed to enhance efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of vehicles, industrial machinery, and other applications.

JOB PURPOSE

The HSE Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust Health, Safety, Environmental, and Energy management systems to ensure compliance with legal requirements, company standards, and industry best practices. This role drives continuous improvement in workplace safety, environmental sustainability, and energy efficiency, fostering a culture of responsibility and excellence across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Health & Safety
  • Develop and maintain the company's Health & Safety Management System in line with ISO 45001 and legal requirements.
  • Conduct risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
  • Manage COSHH compliance, including chemical risk assessments, safe storage, and employee training.
  • Ensure compliance with Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (ATEX / DSEAR), including risk assessments and control measures.
  • Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis, ensuring lessons learned are communicated and applied.
  • Deliver training and awareness programs to promote a strong safety culture.
  • Lead site emergency preparedness procedures, including ensuring adequate fire marshals and first aiders.
• Environmental
  • Manage environmental compliance in line with ISO 14001 and relevant legislation.
  • Monitor and report on environmental performance, including waste management, emissions, and resource usage.
  • Drive initiatives to reduce environmental impact and support sustainability goals.
• Energy
  • Implement and maintain an Energy Management System aligned with ISO 50001.
  • Identify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements and cost savings.
  • Monitor energy consumption and report performance metrics to senior management.
• Governance & Leadership
  • Set annual HSE objectives aligned with corporate goals and monitor progress.
  • Deliver Management Reviews for ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 systems, ensuring continual improvement.
  • Act as the subject matter expert for HSE matters, advising leadership and operational teams.
  • Prepare and present reports on HSE performance, KPIs, and improvement plans.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Good understanding of general Health and Safety requirements.
• Ability to perform Risk Assessments.
• Excellent written and oral communication & leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good knowledge of site functions and areas.
• Analytical skills are essential.
• Good IT knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project etc.
• Project Management.
• Risk-based thinking.
• Ability to influence and drive cultural change.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools.

Experience & Qualifications

• Certification in Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH General Certificate or similar).
• Membership to a professional body such as IOSH, IEMA etc.
• ISO Internal Auditor for 14001 / 45001 / 50001.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in HSE management within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK / EU legislation and international standards.
• Experience in COSHH management and ATEX / DSEAR compliance.

WHAT WE OFFER

We provide compensation and benefits programs intended to attract, motivate, reward, and retain an incredibly talented, globally diverse workforce at all levels within our organization. Our compensation programs are informed by market data and business needs, and we are committed to providing equitable and competitive compensation. We are committed to providing our team with quality and competitive benefit programs, including health and well-being resources, family-centric policies, and an agile workplace program.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

• Product Leadership – Innovation that brings value to our customers.
• Humility – Seeking out diverse perspectives and working collaboratively.
• Inclusivity – Recognising our differences makes us stronger; we are bold and intentional.
• Net-Zero – Committed to energy efficiency, waste reduction and beneficial reuse.
• Integrity – Taking responsibility for our decisions and doing what is right.
• Accountability – Taking ownership of our actions and driving results.

SAFETY

You will consistently hear us say Safety First! We are committed to continually improving our strong safety performance supporting the health and well-being of our employees! We also believe employee health and safety is everyone's responsibility. We encourage safety learning and collaboration to help employees understand and follow applicable safety policies, standards, and procedures and identify opportunities to minimise or eliminate risk.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

PHINIA does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorised to work on a full-time basis, in the country where the position is currently based.