Location: Chester, Cheshire
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Shift: Monday – Thursday 08:00 – 17:00 | Friday 08:00 – 15:15
Job Role of the HSE Officer
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a hands-on HSE Officer to join a large, highly automated manufacturing facility. This is a key leadership position within the business, offering the chance to drive health, safety, and environmental excellence across a fast-paced industrial site. The company has invested heavily into its operations and is seeking an experienced professional who can support both the strategic direction and day-to-day compliance of the HSE function.
You will act as a trusted advisor to operational leadership, helping to embed a strong safety culture while ensuring full compliance with legislation and best practice standards.
Sector – Heavy Manufacturing
Key Responsibilities of the HSE Officer
Partner with site leadership to integrate HSE into operational and strategic decision-making
Deliver HSE plans aligned with business objectives and Zero Harm targets
Promote and maintain a strong, values-led safety culture across site
Ensure compliance with all HSE legislation and ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 standards
Lead audits, inspections, and regulatory engagement activities
Provide practical guidance on legal and compliance requirements
Lead incident investigations and implement robust corrective actions
Oversee risk assessments, safe systems of work, contractor management, and permit-to-work activities
Analyse KPIs and HSE data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement
Support workforce engagement through training, coaching, and development initiatives
Non-Negotiable Requirements of the HSE Officer
Previous HSE Manager or HSE Officer experience within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of ISO standards and compliance systems
Hands-on approach to health, safety, and environmental management
Requirements for the HSE Officer
Experience within manufacturing, heavy industry, or factory environments
Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and best practice
Experience conducting audits, investigations, and risk assessments
Ability to engage with stakeholders across all levels of the business
Excellent communication and leadership skills
The HSE Officer will benefit from:
Working for a market-leading manufacturing business
25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy additional holidays
Free onsite gym
Employee rewards platform with discounts across retailers and restaurants
Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7%
Life assurance and optional healthcare benefits
Subsidised onsite restaurant and electric car charging
Cycle to work scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Ongoing training and development opportunities
If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.
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Salary description
£50000.00 - £55000.00 per year