Safety & Compliance Manager (Runcorn)
Energy / Environmental Sector
We are working in partnership with a leading organisation within the energy and environmental sector to recruit a Safety & Compliance Manager for a highly regulated operational facility.
This is a key leadership role, responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing management of health, safety and environmental compliance across the site. You will play a critical role in embedding a robust safety culture while supporting operational performance within a complex, compliance-led environment.
The Role
As Safety & Compliance Manager, you will take ownership of site-wide safety systems, procedures and safe systems of work, ensuring full compliance with environmental permits and regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing and monitoring health, safety and environmental management systems
Developing, implementing and auditing policies, procedures and safe systems of work
Interpreting emissions and compliance data, supporting operational planning and audits
Leading risk assessments, method statements and SSOW to prevent incidents and accidents
Working closely with the Plant Manager and wider site leadership team to support safe, efficient operations
Playing a pivotal role in developing a strong safety-first, quality-led culture within a start-up or evolving facility
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Experience within a highly regulated, compliance-focused environment
Background in energy, power generation or waste processing (energy-from-waste experience highly advantageous)
Proven leadership capability, with experience building and developing teams
Strong knowledge of permitted and regulated processes, ideally within controlled emissions environments
Experience with Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS)
Solid understanding of relevant legislation within the energy and power sector
IOSH or NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent)
Awareness of management systems and standards including ISO 14001, ISO 45001 / OHSAS 18001 and ISO 50001
Thorough understanding of environmental regulation and technical waste management processes
Full UK driving licence
Package & Benefits:
Salary: £60,000 per annum
Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
7% matched pension
Private healthcare scheme
Discretionary annual bonus up to 14%
If this role is of interest please do not hesitate to get in touch with Ryan Guy on or (phone number removed)