HSE Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior HSE leadership role within a global FMCG manufacturer, playing a pivotal part of the site leadership team at a COMAH-regulated Manchester facility. You'll have real influence, ownership, and visibility, driving safety, sustainability, and operational excellence for a long‑established business with continued investment and global reach.

Client Details

Michael Page is working with working with a leading Global FMCG Manufacturing business to recruit a HSE Manager in Greater Manchester. Established almost 100 years ago, this organisation has c.20 sites worldwide, supplying its product to major retailers globally . They are now looking for a strong HSE Manager to join their Manchester based operation.

Description

The HSE Manager will report to the Site Director and will form a crucial part of the site leadership team. They will have responsibility for all HSE activities across site and will be tasked with developing, implementing and maintaining HS&E policies inline with external legislation and internal policies.

Day to day responsibilities will include:

Lead the site HSE strategy within a COMAH-regulated environment, driving Zero Harm and Zero Waste and promoting a strong safety‑first culture.
Ensure full COMAH, UK/EU regulatory and Group HSE compliance, acting as the primary contact for regulators, auditors, and external authorities.
Own and maintain the Safety Management System, ensuring clear operational ownership of major accident hazard controls and environmental controls.
Lead HAZID/HAZOPs, risk assessments, incident investigations, and delivery of effective corrective and preventive actions.
Drive continuous improvement in safety performance, environmental sustainability, and occupational health, using robust KPIs and reporting.
Lead, coach, and develop the HSE team, delivering high‑impact training, emergency preparedness, and building long‑term HSE capability.Profile

The successful HSE Manager will possess a range of the following:

Demonstrable experience managing a HSE function within a Top Tier COMAH- regulated environment
Strong leadership acumen with the ability to effectively communicate and manage teams across a 24/7 operation
Nebosh Diploma or Equivalent
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence all levels of the organisation to improve health and safety
Highly organised
A strong understanding of UK/EU Health, Safety & Environment legislations within a manufacturing environment

Job Offer

An opportunity to join a market leading, established organisation.

Competitive salary plus comprehensive company benefits discussed on application