Health, Safety and Environmental Manager

Job Title: Health, Safety & Environmental Manager
Team: Compliance
Reporting to: Chief Safety & Compliance Officer
Direct Reports: Site SHEQ Advisors
Working Hours: 42 hours, Monday Friday plus business-dependent needs
Salary: £65,000 + £6,000 car allowance

Purpose of the Role

The HSE Manager will lead, implement, and continually enhance the organisation s 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.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain Health & 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&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 & 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 & 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 & 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.

Individual Competencies & Role Requirements

Technical Expertise

• 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 & Safety at Work Act.
• Experience managing and developing HSE/SHEQ teams.
• Proven experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Strong reporting, data interpretation, and performance-tracking skills.
• High IT competency in MS Office and related systems.

Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills

• Strong investigative skills with a structured, methodical approach.
• Ability to resolve complex issues and lead root-cause analysis.
• Pragmatic and solution-focused mindset.

Communication & Leadership

• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Coaching-oriented management style and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Project & Time Management

• Self-motivated, resilient, and effective at managing multiple priorities across various sites.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Adaptability

• Comfortable working across different environments, including outdoor and remote locations.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work extended hours when needed.
• Full driving licence.
• Ability to comply with PPE and site safety protocols across office and operational settings.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply.