Process Safety / HSE Manager
Location: Manchester Area
Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
SRG are currently recruiting for a Process Safety / Health and Safety Manager for a successful and growing manufacturing client based in the Manchester area.
Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
Process Safety Leadership
1. Develop and own the Process Safety Management System (PSMS) aligned with UK law and standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
2. Lead HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA studies and define/verify Safety Instrumented Functions (SIF/SIL)
3. Drive compliance with DSEAR and implement robust safety measures.
Health & Safety Leadership
4. Ensure all site activities are conducted safely, maintaining zero TIR
5. Own site risk assessments, SOPs, and integrate with training/competence matrices
6. Govern Permit-to-Work systems and ensure effective LOTO
7. Lead accident investigations using root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
8. Manage contractor control and CDM 2015 duties for projects.
Engineering Management
9. Oversee the engineering team, fostering innovation and continuous improvement
10. Ensure preventative maintenance and mandatory checks for equipment reliability
11. Utilise CMMS for planned maintenance and KPI reporting.
About you:
12. NEBOSH Diploma (or NVQ Level 6) and IOSH/BOHS membership (GradIOSH/CMIOSH)
13. Chartered status or working towards it & Engineering degree (desirable)
14. Proven leadership in HSE and process safety within a regulated or high-hazard environment
15. Strong knowledge of DSEAR, process safety, and engineering best practices
16. Competence in HAZOP/LOPA, ATEX zoning, and permit-to-work systems
17. Incident investigation expertise and evidence of delivering risk-reducing improvements.
If interested, please apply or contact Julia for more information: / 0161 667 1803
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