Head of Health, Safety and Environmental
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W Talent Manufacturing and Engineering are in an exclusive partnership with a Global Building Material Manufacturer to find a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Health, Safety and Environmental for the UK & Ireland. Our client are growing via product growth and acquisition and becoming a true leader in innovation and best practice for manufacturing products for the building and construction industry. They are a true safety first culture but this role is enhancing their commitment to their safety journey.
Job Role
W Talent Manufacturing and Engineering are in an exclusive partnership with a Global Building Material Manufacturer to find a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Health, Safety and Environmental for the UK & Ireland. This is a pivotal strategic role tasked with transforming the safety culture across multiple manufacturing sites, embedding a proactive, positive safety mindset, and ensuring full legal compliance. You will be the driving force behind a consistent and high-impact approach to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) performance, working closely with operational and non-operational teams across the region
Key Responsibilities
- Health and Safety Strategy: Develop and implement a health and safety strategy that aligns with the company's goals and objectives, ensuring a proactive and prevention-based approach.
- Regulatory Compliance: Act as the point of contact for the HSE Inspectors, facilitating site inspections and reviews. Stay up-to-date with relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards, and ensure the facility's compliance with all relevant laws.
- Risk Assessment: Conduct and review risk assessments, including hazard identification and process safety assessments, to mitigate potential health and safety risks.
- Training and Education: Create and deliver health and safety training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors, ensuring a culture of safety awareness and competence.
- Incident Investigation: Lead investigations of workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions to avoid future recurrences.
- Health and Safety Reporting: Prepare regular health and safety reports for senior management and regulatory authorities, providing insights and recommendations.
- Audits and Inspections: Conduct regular audits and inspections to assess compliance, identify areas for improvement, and track progress.
- Safety Culture: Inspire a strong, consistent safety culture through visible leadership, coaching, and clear communication
- Environmental Compliance: Maintain the ISO 14001 management system, working with site teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability goals.
Qualifications and Person Specification
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent - minimum expectation
- Proven experience working as part of a Senior Leadership team
- A background in a manufacturing environmental is essential
- Multi-site leadership experience is preferred with significant experience in management
- Strong knowledge of relevant, regulations, and best practices
- Knowledge of current and future safety regulation changes
- Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach
- Leadership and team development
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
What's on Offer
- A leadership package that includes salary, car allowance, 20% bonus potential and further benefits
- Work with a globally recognised and highly trusted industry leader
- Be part of a culture that genuinely cares - for people, communities, and sustainability
- Thrive in a diverse, inclusive environment that values innovation, accountability, and wellbeing
- Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model built on trust
- Location:
- Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £60,000 - £80,000
- Category:
- Other
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