HSE Manager
Monday to Friday
Trafford Park
From £60,000 to £70,000
My client, who is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals and polymers additives, is looking for an HSE Manager to join their team.
The Role:
The HSE Manager will act as the site's competent subject matter expert for Health, Safety and Environmental matters, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements while driving best practice across the business.
This role provides independent oversight and support to departmental leaders, helping to improve site safety performance and embed a culture of continuous improvement. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining compliance with COMAH regulations, ISO standards (ISO 14001 & ISO 45001), and wider legislative requirements.
You will also represent the business with external stakeholders including the HSE, Environment Agency, and other regulatory bodies, ensuring all reporting obligations are met accurately and on time.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage site Health, Safety and Environmental systems, driving continuous improvement in line with HSG65 and PDCA principles
Oversee accident and incident processes, including:
Leading investigations and root cause analysis (RCFA)
Chairing incident review meetings
Monitoring trends and implementing preventative strategies
Ensuring compliance with RIDDOR, EPA and COMAH reporting requirements
Maintain and improve site compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, including audit management and external auditor liaison
Support and advise site leadership on HSE matters including:
Risk assessments, COSHH, and HAZOPs
Permit to Work (PTW) systems
Contractor management and RAMS
Management of Change processes
Lead environmental compliance activities including permitting, waste management (WM3), and climate-related reporting
Act as the lead for COMAH-related activities on site, including:
Emergency planning (on-site and off-site)
Liaison with emergency services and local authorities
Human factors programmes
Facilitate HSE committee meetings, ensuring actions are tracked and closed
Coordinate Occupational Health programmes and ensure compliance with surveillance requirements
Deliver and support HSE training across the site
Act as the point of contact for site services such as cleaning and security contractors
Ensure all internal and external reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time
The Candidate:
Proven experience in an HSE role within an industrial or high-risk environment
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification
Degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent experience)
Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation including COMAH, DSEAR, HASWA and CDM
Experience with incident investigation, root cause analysis, and audit processes
Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards
Experience managing risk assessments, COSHH, and Permit to Work systems
Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership and external regulators
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience leading HAZOP studies and Human Factors programmes
Experience in an HSE related role in the Chemical Industry, or closely related industry, over a minimum of 3 - 5 years'
Experience working on an Upper Tier COMAH site (Preferred)
Knowledge of environmental permitting, IPPC, and waste regulations
Experience managing contractor performance and site-wide safety culture initiatives
Experience within the chemical, petrochemical, or similar high-hazard industry (Preferred)
Benefits:
Pension Scheme
Total Rewards Program
401(K) Savings Plan
Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
Life Insurance and Disability
Voluntary Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Services
Online Coaching Programs
26 days holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
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