HSE Manager

Zenoot Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Leicester is seeking an HSE Manager responsible for leading all health, safety, and environmental activities. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH Diploma and extensive experience in HSE management within manufacturing. This role offers a competitive salary up to £75k and a comprehensive benefits package, along with a chance to make a significant impact in a reputable organisation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension scheme

Generous holiday leave

Qualifications

• Strong background in Health, Safety & Environmental management within manufacturing.
• Experience in conducting HSE audits.
• Able to provide accurate and detailed guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE activities planning and auditing.
• Advise management on legal compliance.
• Ensure HSE business plans are actioned.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Regulatory Compliance

Audit Experience

Technical Expertise

Team Collaboration

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH)

IEMA Qualification

Job description

About Our Client This opportunity is with a large organisation in the food manufacturing industry, known for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company produces more than a billion products each year, supplying major supermarkets, convenience stores, hospitality venues, and travel outlets.

Job Description

• Leading the planning, measurement, review, and audit of all HSE activities.
• Setting and maintaining high standards for health, safety, and environmental performance.
• Advising management on best practice and legal compliance.
• Establishing and embedding effective HSE management systems.
• Ensuring all customer, permit, and regulatory requirements are met.
• Providing technical expertise and support to the management team.
• Keeping the business up to date with new legislation and industry developments.
• Building strong relationships with emergency services and regulatory agencies.
• Compiling and communicating HSE performance data to inform business priorities.
• Driving continuous improvement as a key member of the management team.
• Ensuring HSE business plans are current, tracked, and actioned.
• Delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Leading internal and external audits to maintain ISO14001:2015 compliance.
• Overseeing site security and maintaining environmental policies and manuals.
• Conducting HSE management review meetings and maintaining legal registers.

The Successful Applicant

• NEBOSH Diploma (essential); Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) preferred.
• IEMA qualification desirable.
• Strong background in Health, Safety & Environmental management, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Technically strong, with the ability to provide accurate, detailed guidance.
• Proactive, solutions-driven, and able to demonstrate a track record of achievement in a fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in conducting HSE audits.
• A true team player, passionate about making a difference and shaping the H&S agenda.
• Robust, assertive, and able to remain decisive under pressure.
• Confident operating at senior levels and representing the business externally.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £75k, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension and health schemes.
• Generous holiday leave to support work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with a leading organisation in the FMCG sector.