HSE Manager

Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Manager
Location: Rotherham
Job Type: Permanent

Salary: 45k - 50k

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Manager to lead our organisation's HSE initiatives. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with relevant legislation, foster a culture of safety, and promote continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental performance across all levels of the business.

The ideal candidate must hold a NEBOSH qualification and possess the ability to effectively engage and influence staff, management, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategic Direction:

• Provide leadership, motivation, and guidance to staff on all Health, Safety, and Environmental matters.
• Advise the senior management team and board of directors on strategic health and safety directions to support business objectives.
• Collaborate with production teams to enforce safe working practices and procedures.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and develop, implement, and monitor effective mitigation solutions.
• Review, assess, and ensure compliance with current and upcoming HSE regulations.
• Maintain and oversee robust systems and procedures to achieve and sustain compliance, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and compile and submit RIDDOR reports as required.
• Manage and implement COSHH processes for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous substances.

Incident Management & Continuous Improvement:

• Lead investigations into incidents, accidents, and near misses; determine root causes and implement preventive measures.
• Conduct regular audits and engage with teams to uphold continuous improvement programs.
• Analyse and report on HSE KPIs, using data to identify improvement areas and track progress.
• Measure and report on environmental performance, including energy usage and emissions.

Training & Development:

• Develop and deliver HSE training in collaboration with HR, maintaining accurate training records.
• Organise and lead toolbox talks to address key HSE topics and updates.

Engagement & Documentation:

• Proactively engage with managers, staff, and external entities to agree on corrective actions and improvement plans.
• Lead H&S committee meetings and liaise with partners, such as the University of Sheffield.
• Maintain and review emergency plans to ensure they remain effective and up-to-date.
• Oversee all HSE documentation, ensuring accuracy and readiness for internal and external audits.

Shop Floor Presence:

• Maintain a visible presence on the shop floor, fostering positive relationships with manufacturing operatives to support a safety-first culture.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with the use of PPE for staff, visitors, and contractors.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in a similar HSE management role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Excellent understanding of HSE regulations, legislation, and industry best practices.

Desirable:

• Experience conducting audits and developing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with environmental performance metrics, energy usage analysis, and emissions reporting.
• Knowledge of COSHH processes and hazardous substance management.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong leadership and communication skills to motivate and influence at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and propose practical solutions.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A dynamic and supportive working environment.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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