HSE Manager – Chemicals Manufacturing – Manchester – GBP50–60k + benefits
The Opportunity
We re supporting a growing speciality chemicals manufacturer to appoint a QHSE Manager at their COMAH–regulated site.
You’ll take ownership of site–wide QHSE strategy, working closely with senior leadership to ensure risk is effectively managed and controls are embedded in day–to–day operations.
The Role
This is a hands–on leadership role with full responsibility for the site’s QHSE framework, ensuring compliance while driving a practical, risk–based approach.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading COMAH compliance and regulatory engagement (HSE & Environment Agency)
* Supporting emergency planning, MAPP development, and regulatory inspections
* Driving process safety and major hazard risk management (COSHH, Human Factors, safety–critical tasks)
* Overseeing and embedding Management of Change (MOC)
* Leading incident investigations and ensuring learning is implemented
* Managing environmental compliance, monitoring, and improvement initiatives
* Overseeing occupational health and exposure risk management
* Maintaining and improving ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 systems
* Driving a strong, practical safety culture across site
About You
We re open to two profiles:
* An experience in HSE/QHSE within chemicals, manufacturing, or COMAH environments
* Strong grounding in risk assessment, audits, and compliance
* Ready to take ownership and step into a site leadership role
* Ambitious, proactive, and confident influencing site teams
Or
* A proven experience leading QHSE within process or high–hazard industries
* Looking to step into or further develop within a COMAH–regulated / upper–tier environment
* Strong understanding of process safety and regulatory engagement
Why Apply?
* Clear opportunity to step up into a leadership role or elevate your COMAH experience
* High level of autonomy and visibility with senior stakeholders
* Work within a technically complex, high–hazard environment
* Opportunity to shape culture and make a tangible impact on site safety and performance
Apply Now
If you re ready for the next step in your QHSE career or looking to expand your experience in a COMAH environment, apply today for a confidential discussion.
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