Job Description National HSE Manager Hays Health & Safety are excited to be supporting a long‑established UK manufacturer operating across multiple sites to appoint an experienced National SHE Manager. This is a key leadership position responsible for shaping and driving the organisation’s HSE strategy across a nationwide operational footprint. Key Responsibilities Drive the organisation’s SHE vision and rollout consistent standards across all UK sites. Support and guide site leaders to strengthen safety, health and environmental performance. Keep the business compliant with all relevant UK regulations and industry standards. Lead risk‑based activities — inspections, investigations, audits — to reduce incidents and improve control. Manage and develop the national SHE team to ensure alignment and high performance. Work with ops and engineering teams to embed safe, efficient working practices. Act as the main contact for regulators, auditors and certification bodies. Use SHE data to spot trends, improve performance, and measure progress. Contribute to sustainability initiatives and environmental improvement projects. About You A confident SHE leader with multi‑site experience, able to influence, engage and get results. You combine strategic thinking with practical delivery and know how to build a strong, positive safety culture. Essential Skills Proven SHE leadership within manufacturing or similar environments. Strong understanding of UK HSE legislation. Excellent communicator and influencer. Experience developing teams and driving culture change. UK driving licence national travel capability. 4761522