HSE Manager

Cardiff Permanent View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced HSE Manager to take full ownership of health, safety, and environmental management for a high paced manufacturing facility. This strategic role offers the opportunity to drive safety excellence while managing regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and sustainable waste operations within a leading organisation.
  • Lead HSE strategy for a major manufacturing site
  • Manage full spectrum of HSE responsibilities

About Our Client

My client are a forward-thinking high paced manufacturing organisation committed to operational excellence and employee well being.

Job Description

  • Develop and implement comprehensive HSE strategies and management systems for the manufacturing site
  • Drive safety culture improvement and maintain compliance with industry best practices
  • Conduct and oversee risk assessments including COSHH, Manual Handling, DSEAR, PPE, Fire, HAZOP, HAZID & QRA
  • Serve as primary contact for regulatory authorities including HSE and Natural Resources Wales
  • Manage COMAH regulatory requirements and emergency preparedness programs
  • Lead Site Emergency Response Team with full responsibility for equipment, PPE and training
  • Oversee annual HSE internal audit programs and maintain ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 compliance
  • Manage outsourced security functions and site access control systems
  • Act as Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor and manage waste management operations
  • Deliver monthly HSE performance reports to management and corporate functions
  • Provide comprehensive HSE training programs and ensure effectiveness through audit



The Successful Applicant

The HSE Manager should be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

  • NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional HSE qualification
  • Internal Auditor training for OHSAS 18001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 or integrated HSE standards
  • Comprehensive knowledge of HSE legislation and regulatory requirements
  • Proven experience in manufacturing environment auditing and risk assessment
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and industrial process knowledge
  • Ability to make balanced cost/risk decisions and defend safety positions



Desirable Requirements:

  • Chartered Member of IOSH with active CPD
  • Degree in science, engineering or technical subject
  • Certified Lead Auditor qualification
  • Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor certification
  • Experience with hazardous area classification and explosion risk assessment
  • Waste management operations experience

What's on Offer

Excellent salary and package.

Contact
Mark Hickman
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6779666
Phone number
+44 292 064 2034

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Health, Safety & Environment
Sector
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Cardiff
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mark Hickman
Consultant phone
+44 292 064 2034
Job reference
JN-072025-6779666