Health, Safety and Environment HSE Manager

The Recruitment Co. is recruiting a Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager to join our clients growing team based in the Blackburn area.

Salary: £47,000p.a

Hours: Monday to Friday 37.5, 9am-5pm

Contract: Permanent (Interim applications would be considered whilst a permanent candidate is sourced.

Job Summary: To ensure the company adheres to all relevant H&S legislation and best practices, whilst promoting a positive H&S culture across the organization. To implement, monitor, and advise on strategic health and safety management systems, ensuring continual improvement and compliance.

Main Responsibilities:

Compliance with Legislation and Regulations

Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, including but not limited to:

• Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974
• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
• Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992
• COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) 2002
• The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
• The Work at Height Regulations 2005
• Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER)
• Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
• The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992
• RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) 1995
• The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 amended 2002
• Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
• The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
• Any other relevant legislation and regulations that arise

Health and Safety Management Systems

• Implement, develop, and monitor strategic health and safety management systems across the company.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and monitoring of safe working systems and processes.
• Ensure that any procedural changes needed to comply with new working practices or legislation are effectively implemented.
• Oversee and enhance Environmental Management Systems to maintain compliance and accreditation

Promote a Positive Health and Safety Culture

• Lead the promotion of a positive health and safety culture throughout the company, ensuring employees are actively engaged in health and safety practices.
• Support managers in developing and monitoring safe working systems to encourage work safety.
• Provide guidance and support to the leadership team on technical, legal, and health and safety matters.

Risk Assessments and Audits

• Produce and maintain risk assessments in collaboration with departmental managers.
• Carry out regular health and safety audits and inspections, making recommendations for improvement in line with current legislation.
• Investigate incidents, identifying root causes and providing detailed reports with recommendations for improvement.

Incident Reporting and Investigations

• Investigate incidents deemed to pose a significant risk or reportable under RIDDOR, ensuring thorough reports and compliance with legal requirements.
• Liaise with external bodies such as the HSE, Environment Agency, and insurers in the event of major incidents or as required.

Training and Development

• Identify H&S training needs across the company.
• Develop and implement training plans to ensure employees are appropriately trained.
• Design, deliver, or arrange health and safety training events and evaluate their effectiveness.

Budget and Resource Management

• Manage the health and safety budget on a monthly basis, ensuring effective allocation of resources.
• Ensure the health and safety arrangements for staff, contractors, and customers are managed effectively.

Reporting & Communication

• Report audit findings, recommendations, and action plans to the Leadership Team.
• Hold regular health and safety meetings with the Leadership Team to ensure continuous communication and improvement.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent (essential)
• Technical IOSH or Chartered IOSH (desirable).

Experience:

• Proven experience in a HSE management role.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, audits, and inspections.
• Experience in liaising with external bodies such as the HSE and insurance companies.
• Deep knowledge of QMS, health & safety, and environmental standards for the Manufacturing sector

Skills:

• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to manage projects and lead change effectively.
• Deep knowledge of ISO standards, BSI processes, and regulatory frameworks

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position with occasional travel.
• Some work may be required outside regular working hours in response to incidents or emergencies.

If you feel you would be suitable for the above role, please submit your CV for immediate response.CPSwansea