HSE & Sustainability Manager
Reporting to:Operations Manager
Scope:3 sites, c.100 employees
We are now seeking a hands-on HSE & Sustainability Manager to lead health, safety, environmental and sustainability performance across our textile finishing operations.
This is a highly visible role within an SME environment, responsible for ensuring full legal compliance while embedding a positive, people-focused safety culture and structured sustainability systems.
You will develop and maintain integrated HSE and Environmental Management Systems aligned with ISO 14001 and relevant textile sustainability standards (e.g. RWS, CCS), lead audits, manage environmental permits, and support ESG reporting. The role covers operational risk management including risk and COSHH assessments, machine safety, pressure systems, LOTO, permit-to-work, LOLER, confined spaces, fire and asbestos controls, while promoting near-miss reporting and continuous improvement.
You will oversee environmental compliance, monitor energy, water, chemical use and waste performance, and drive sustainability initiatives, including responsible sourcing and resource efficiency. The position also leads incident investigations, root cause analysis and performance reporting to senior management.
As a key member of the leadership te...