HSE Manager

HSE Manager

Location: Wakefield

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Working Pattern: Full time / Site based

We’re working in partnership with a well‑established FMCG manufacturing business to recruit an experienced HSE Manager for a key site‑based leadership role.

This is a high‑impact position supporting the site management team to ensure effective Health, Safety and Environmental management systems are in place, fully compliant with legal requirements and company policy. You’ll lead the delivery of the HSE strategy at site level, driving standards, engagement and continuous improvement across manufacturing and depot operations.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of Health, Safety and Environmental performance at site level, acting as a trusted adviser to senior leaders and line managers while embedding a strong, proactive HSE culture.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the rollout of the national HSE strategy and translating this into effective site‑level plans
Ensuring HSE management systems meet legal, regulatory and internal standards
Providing accurate, timely and pragmatic HSE advice to senior leaders and line managers
Driving a positive HSE culture through coaching, engagement and accountability at all levels
Monitoring HSE performance indicators and ensuring continuous improvement in site standards
Investigating incidents, accidents, audits and risk assessments, ensuring actions are completed effectively
Supporting internal and external audits, including regulatory inspections
Identifying site HSE training needs and delivering cost‑effective learning solutions
Managing local HSE spend within budget
Working closely with contractors to ensure safe systems of work are followed
Contributing to wider business and company‑wide HSE improvement projects

About You

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Health, Safety & Environment role, ideally within FMCG or manufacturing
NEBOSH Certificate (NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent, or working towards)
IOSH membership (or working towards Chartered status)
IEMA Environmental Foundation Certificate (IEMA Associate Certificate desirable for permitted sites)
Strong working knowledge of UK Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
Experience supporting and leading internal and external audits
Knowledge of ISO14001 and OHSAS18001 / ISO45001 management systems
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and advise at all levels
Strong relationship‑building skills with the ability to establish credibility quickly
A pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach that positions HSE as a business enabler
Confident, decisive and comfortable taking ownership and accountability

What’s on Offer

Highly visible site HSE leadership role with real influence on safety culture and performance
Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership across manufacturing and distribution
Varied role with exposure across multiple site environments
Supportive organisation with a strong commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental excellence

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