HS&E Manager General Overview As a key member of the QHSE & Lean team you will take the lead on Health & Safety and Environment. The main objective of this position is to maintain effective HSE policies, programs, and practices to ensure a safe and environmentally sustainable work environment for employees, contractors, and stakeholders. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a thorough understanding of UK health, safety, and environmental regulations. You will work collaboratively with the Quality & Lean lead to ensure successful ongoing approval of the companys Integrated Management System certifications. HSE policies and procedures Create and maintain HSE policies that align with UK regulations Industry best practices Company objectives Ensure effective implementation of these policies throughout the organization. Compliance monitoring and reporting Monitor health, safety, and environmental regulations, and ensure the company's compliance. Liaise with regulatory bodies, participate in inspections, and maintain all necessary permits and licenses Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential hazards, assess compliance with applicable regulations, and evaluate the effectiveness of existing safety and environmental programs. Prepare reports and communicate findings to senior management. Risk assessment and mitigation Identify potential HSE risks and hazards within the workplace Develop strategies and implement measures to mitigate risks and prevent accidents, injuries, and environmental incidents. Direct lead management of our ISO Systems 45001 and 14001. Training and awareness programs Develop and deliver HSE training programs to educate employees on safe work practices, emergency response procedures, and environmental protection. Promote a culture of safety and environmental awareness throughout the organization. Incident investigation and reporting Lead investigations into accidents, incidents, near misses, and environmental spills. Identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and ensure timely reporting in accordance with regulatory requirements. Contractor management Evaluate the HSE performance of contractors and suppliers. Establish and maintain effective contractor management processes, including pre-qualification, performance evaluation, and ongoing monitoring. Continuous improvement Monitor HSE performance metrics and develop strategies for continuous improvement. Implement initiatives to enhance safety culture, reduce incidents, and minimize environmental impacts. Team Leadership Encourage a collaborative and positive work environment, promoting teamwork to achieve QHSE & Lean objectives. Desirable Skills and qualifications Appropriate academic qualifications or in engineering, occupational health and safety, environmental science, or a related field. Relevant professional certifications such as NEBOSH or IOSH. In-depth knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards. Experience in HSE management, preferably in an engineering or industrial setting. Strong leadership and communication skills Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities to identify and address HSE risks effectively. Experience in incident investigation techniques and root cause analysis. Proficiency in HSE management systems and software. Ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines. -Hands on approach as per the norm in an SME