HSE Officer– Chester, Cheshire
Salary: £50,000– £55,000. Shift: Monday– Thursday08:00– 17:00, Friday08:00– 15:15.
This is a key leadership position within a large, highly automated manufacturing facility. The role offers the chance to drive health, safety, and environmental excellence across a fast‑paced industrial site.
Key Responsibilities
* Partner with site leadership to integrate HSE into operational and strategic decision‑making.
* Deliver HSE plans aligned with business objectives and Zero Harm targets.
* Promote and maintain a strong, values‑led safety culture across the site.
* Ensure compliance with all HSE legislation and ISO45001 / ISO14001 standards.
* Lead audits, inspections and regulatory engagement activities.
* Provide practical guidance on legal and compliance requirements.
* Lead incident investigations and implement robust corrective actions.
* Oversee risk assessments, safe systems of work, contractor management and permit‑to‑work activities.
* Analyse KPIs and HSE data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
* Support workforce engagement through training, coaching and development initiatives.
Requirements
* Previous HSE Manager or HSE Officer experience within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
* Strong understanding of ISO standards and compliance systems.
* Hands‑on approach to health, safety and environmental management.
* Experience within manufacturing, heavy industry or factory environments.
* Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and best practice.
* Experience conducting audits, investigations and risk assessments.
* Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the business.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Benefits and Rewards
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy additional holidays.
* Free onsite gym.
* Employee rewards platform with discounts across retailers and restaurants.
* Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7%.
* Life assurance and optional healthcare benefits.
* Subsidised onsite restaurant and electric car charging.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
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