Health, Safety and Environmental Manager
Location: Gainsborough (Office:based)
Salary: A GBP 65k and A GBP 6k car allowance
Benjamin Edwards are recruiting for a Health, Safety and Environmental Manager. The HSE Manager will lead, implement, and continually enhance the organisations Health, Safety, and Environmental management systems across its operational sites. The role ensures full compliance with legislation, internal policies, environmental permits, and recognised industry standards. It promotes a proactive safety culture and supports sustainable environmental performance. Close collaboration with operational teams is essential to maintain alignment with group:wide policies. This position also provides leadership and direction to the SHEQ Advisor team across multiple sites, ensuring consistent delivery of high standards and professional development. Working Hours: 42 hours, Monday:Friday plus business:dependent needs.
The role of Health, Safety and Environmental Manager
Health and Safety Management
Develop, implement, and maintain Health and Safety systems aligned with ISO 45001
Lead risk assessments, HAZOPs, and safe systems of work for operational activities
Conduct inspections, audits, and incident investigations, ensuring effective root:cause analysis and corrective actions
Deliver safety training and toolbox talks to operational and maintenance teams
Monitor performance KPIs and report findings to senior leadership
Ensure robust emergency response and business continuity plans are up to date and well communicated
Promote a strong, positive H and S culture across all sites
Environmental Management
Ensure compliance with environmental permits, licences, and consents relevant to site operations
Manage environmental monitoring programmes, including emissions, waste, odour, noise, and other key metrics
Lead environmental incident investigations and drive preventative measures
Support continuous improvements in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and carbon impact
Build and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities and coordinate site audits and reporting
Support ISO 14001 compliance and wider sustainability initiatives
Compliance and Governance
Stay informed of relevant legislative and industry developments
Update risk assessments, method statements, and permit documentation
Ensure contractors and visitors comply with all HSE requirements
Maintain accurate records, procedures, and evidence for audit purposes
Leadership and Management
Provide strong leadership and guidance to SHEQ Advisors and site teams
Plan workloads and ensure effective coverage across all operational sites
Set objectives, conduct performance reviews, and support development plans
Encourage collaboration and consistency in applying SHEQ standards
Mentor and upskill SHEQ personnel through structured training
Represent the SHEQ function at senior management level
Health and Safety Responsibilities
Support incident and near:miss investigations with statements and evidence as required
Ensure reporting procedures are followed and understood
Adhere to risk assessment controls, PPE requirements, SOPs, and legal duties
Demonstrate exemplary safety behaviour and positively influence site safety standards
The ideal candidate for the role of Health, Safety and Environmental Manager
NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and/or Environmental Management qualifications (e.g., IEMA)
Significant HSE or SHEQ leadership experience in operational, industrial, utilities, renewable energy, or other process:driven environments
Strong knowledge of UK HSE and environmental legislation, including COMAH, Environmental Permitting Regulations, and the Health and Safety at Work Act
Experience managing and developing HSE/SHEQ teams
Proven experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please