Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
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 Health, Safety and Environment 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 Health, Safety and Environment 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 Health, Safety and Environment 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 including car allowance and bonus
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