Role Summary
The Temporary HSE Manager will be responsible for conducting a thorough review of current Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) practices, identifying gaps, and implementing practical improvements. The role focuses on strengthening compliance, standardising processes, and embedding a proactive safety culture across the organisation within a defined timeframe.
Main Responsibilities
* Produce clear, practical HSE procedures, guidance, and operational documentation aligned to ISO standards and client expectations
* Deliver a prioritised HSE action plan with defined timescales, responsibilities, measurable outcomes, and supporting documentation
* Produce updated event reporting processes, reporting tools, risk controls, and safe systems of work documentation for business use
* Provide management with practical recommendations, documented outputs, and evidence of progress against agreed HSE objectives, ISO standards, and client expectations
Implementation & Improvement
* Develop and implement a structured HSE improvement plan with clear priorities
* Update and standardise procedures, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS)
* Introduce practical control measures to reduce operational risks
* Ensure corrective actions from audits and inspections are effectively closed out
Cultural & Behavioural Safety
* Promote a visible and proactive safety culture across all levels of the organisation
* Engage with management and operational teams to drive accountability for HSE
* Deliver toolbox talks, workshops, and coaching sessions to improve awareness and behaviours
Compliance & Governance
* Ensure alignment with relevant legal requirements and internal policies
* Lead and strengthen event, incident, near miss, and unsafe condition reporting processes across the business
* Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of HSE KPIs and performance reporting systems
* Support preparation for external audits or client inspections
Advisory & Leadership
* Act as a key HSE advisor to management during the contract period
* Provide practical, solution-oriented guidance tailored to operational realities
* Support decision-making by identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies
Qualifications & Experience
* HSE qualification – NEBOSH essential
* Proven experience in reviewing and improving HSE management systems
* Strong background in industry: e.g., marine, port operations – not essential but highly desirable
* Experience with ISO management systems implementation or improvement
* Demonstrated success in driving HSE improvements in operational environments
Working Hours
Monday – Friday 08:30 – 16:30 (can be flexible) 1 day working from home.
If this is a role you are interested in, please apply online ensuring your CV is up to date. Alternatively, please email your CV directly to jobs@pspersonnelltd.co.uk.
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