Manufacturing Bridgwater based with oversight of Bolton site. Up to £70,000 DOE. Excellent Benefits.
We are recruiting for a fast growing manufacturer (£60M turnover) with ambitious plans to double in size over the next five years.
Safety is central to success, and we are seeking an experienced HSE Manager to strengthen safety culture and drive continuous improvement across our sites.
This is a hands on, shop floor focused leadership role. You will work closely with Operations and Engineering to ensure safe working practices across machinery, material handling, contractor activity, maintenance, and high risk tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and embed a strong "safety first" culture
- Maintain and improve risk assessments, RAMS, and safe systems of work
- Oversee PPE compliance, permits to work, contractor control, and machinery safety (PUWER)
- Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis
- Provide H&S oversight on capital projects and new equipment installations
- Drive improvement through meaningful HSE data and reporting
- Ensure environmental compliance and support sustainability initiatives
About You
- Significant HSE experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
- Strong practical risk management and accident prevention background
- Proven ability to influence behaviours and improve safety culture
- NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6/7 or equivalent)
- IOSH Chartered/Graduate (or working towards)
- Environmental qualification desirable
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Guaranteed Christmas & New Year shutdown
- 4% employer pension contribution
- Wellbeing platform incl. 24/7 GP & retail discounts
- Bike2Work scheme
- On site parking & canteen
If you're a visible, proactive safety leader looking to shape the future of a growing manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.