Health, Safety and Environment Manager
Irvine, North Ayrshire
£60,000 - £65,000 + car allowance and excellent benefits
Do you thrive in complex, high-risk environments and want to help a respected manufacturer maintain the highest standards of safety and compliance?
This well-established engineering and manufacturing business is entering a growth period, investing in new technologies and production capabilities.
They're looking for an experienced HSE professional who can lead by example, engage at all levels, and ensure safety and compliance remain at the forefront as the business evolves.
As Health, Safety and Environment Manager, you'll report to the HSE Director and lead a small team within an established HSE function. You'll drive continuous improvement, manage regulator relationships, and ensure compliance across a COMAH-regulated site.
Responsibilities of the Health, Safety and Environment Manager will include:
- Managing external relationships and acting as the key point of contact with regulators and enforcement bodies including the HSE and SEPA
- Acting as a trusted advisor to site teams - providing guidance, training and support on HSE standards, audits and risk management
- Coaching a small team, managing HSE objectives, and contributing to emergency response and COMAH safety planning
- Developing, maintaining and improving safety and environmental management systems, driving a proactive culture of continuous improvement
The successful Health, Safety and Environment Manager will have:
- Proven experience within a manufacturing or process-driven environment (e.g. chemicals, engineering, heavy industry, or energy)
- Demonstrable experience engaging with regulatory bodies such as HSE and SEPA
- A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the ability to influence and engage at all levels of the business
- NEBOSH Diploma (or working towards) or equivalent professional qualification
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leader in their field. For further details and to apply please contact Scott Whyte on or 01923 963 652.
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