A well-established multi-site manufacturing organisation within the automotive sector is seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) Manager to join its leadership team on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for HS&E management across three UK manufacturing sites. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving best practice, ensuring compliance, and supporting the organisation’s commercial and operational objectives.
If you are an experienced HS&E professional who thrives in a dynamic, multi-site environment and enjoys working closely with teams at all levels, this opportunity may be right for you.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Board, with on-site support available, the HS&E Manager will be responsible for all Health, Safety and Environmental matters across the business, including:
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Full responsibility for Health & Safety compliance
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Maintaining and managing ISO 45001 accreditation
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Risk assessments, audits, inspections, investigations, and safety documentation
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Employee safety training and development
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Mentoring Health & Safety and Fire Safety representatives
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Full responsibility for Environmental compliance
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Maintaining and managing ISO 14001 accreditation
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Environmental permits, waste management, and emissions control
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Employee environmental training
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Management of external contractors where required
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
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Minimum of five years’ practical experience in an HS&E Manager role
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NEBOSH qualification
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Ability to work autonomously with strong organisational skills
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Comfortable working across multiple sites with regular travel
Desirable:
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Graduate membership of IOSH
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Qualified trainer status
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Trained internal auditor
Remuneration & Benefits
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Salary: circa £50,000, dependent on experience
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Full-time, permanent position
Experience & Qualifications
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Automotive manufacturing experience: preferred
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HS&E management experience: minimum 5 years (essential)
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Staff training experience: preferred
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Fluent written and spoken English: essential
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NEBOSH qualification: essential
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IOSH qualification: preferred