HSE Officer

Gates Corporation; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an HSE Officer in Denver, Colorado. The role requires developing HSE procedures, managing risk assessments, and delivering training. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of experience in HSE within manufacturing or engineering, with a minimum Level 5 HSE qualification. This full-time position promotes a proactive HSE culture and supports safety initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in an HSE role within manufacturing, engineering, or oil & gas.
• Proven experience as an internal auditor with HSE management systems.
• Active membership in a relevant professional body such as IOSH, IEMA, or IIRSM.

Responsibilities

• Support the HSE Coordinator in driving a proactive health, safety and environmental culture.
• Manage and maintain risk assessments, COSHH compliance, and HSE documentation.
• Deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.

Skills

HSE procedures implementation

Risk assessments management

HSE training delivery

Communication with teams

Education

Level 5 HSE qualification (NEBOSH, NVQ, or NCRQ)

Tools

OHSAS 18001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

ISO 50001

Job description

Overview

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Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, and 3D printers just to name a few.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing sustainable HSE procedures; supporting the effective rollout to all departments with continued maintenance to ensure reliability.
• To support the HSE Coordinator in the establishment and management of the Health, Safety and Environmental functions.

Responsibilities

• Support the HSE Coordinator in driving a proactive health, safety and environmental culture
• Manage and maintain risk assessments, COSHH compliance, and HSE documentation
• Deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, and safety briefings across the site
• Carry out inspections, audits, and monitoring to ensure compliance and drive improvements
• Coordinate waste management, pollution control, and environmental initiatives
• Lead or support site HSE committee meetings and develop safety initiatives
• Oversee PPE requirements and first aid arrangements
• Liaise with Corporate and EMEA teams to ensure consistency in HSE processes
• Deputise for the HSE Manager when required

Requirements And Preferred Skills

• 2–4 years of experience in an HSE role within manufacturing, engineering, or oil & gas
• Proven experience as an internal auditor with hands-on knowledge of HSE management systems, including OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001
• Minimum Level 5 HSE qualification (or equivalent) such as NEBOSH, NVQ, or NCRQ
• Active member of a relevant professional body such as IOSH, IEMA, or IIRSM

Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we operate in many time zones, we work as 'One Gates' with a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Work Environment

Gates is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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