About the opportunity:
We are the internal recruitment partner for our client, a well‑established UK manufacturing organisation specialising in building products.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HSE Manager to take full ownership of health, safety and environmental operations within a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment.
This is a standalone role, where you will be responsible for the entire site’s HSE function, working closely with leadership and operational teams to drive standards, ensure compliance, and create a positive, proactive safety culture.
You will play a key role in not only identifying risks but also providing practical, workable solutions, helping the business operate safely and efficiently.
In particular, you will:
- Lead, develop and maintain HSE policies, procedures and safe systems of work
- Ensure compliance with UK health, safety and environmental legislation
- Conduct risk assessments, COSHH assessments and method statements
- Act as the main point of contact for all HSE matters on site
- Carry out site inspections and safety tours, maintaining high standards across the site
- Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions
- Deliver training including inductions, fire safety and emergency procedures
- Promote a positive HSE culture and continuous improvement across the business
- Work collaboratively with teams to find solutions to operational and safety challenges
Who we are looking for:
- Proven experience as an HSE Manager within a manufacturing, warehouse or industrial environment
- Strong understanding of UK HSE legislation and best practice
- NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent qualification)
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to influence others
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels
- Someone who is commercially aware and able to balance safety with operational practicality
- Positive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently
Why you will love working here:
- Work closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders
- Competitive salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience
- Join a business that values improvement, collaboration and forward-thinking ideas
- 25 days of holidays (with 2 to be saved for Christmas shut down) + bank holidays
- Company pension
- Free onsite parking
If you have the right attributes, skillset and feel you will be able to add value, then what are you waiting for…hit that apply button to find out more!
Skills Required
- Proven experience as an HSE Manager within a manufacturing, warehouse or industrial environment
- Strong understanding of UK health, safety and environmental legislation and best practice
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification
- Ability to conduct risk assessments, COSHH assessments and produce method statements
- Strong communication skills with ability to engage at all levels
- Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to influence others
- Commercial awareness to balance safety with operational practicality
- Positive, hands-on approach with ability to work independently
What We Do
Vero HR is a UK-based HR outsourcing firm that provides a configurable, scalable blend of expert advice, services, and technology to help organizations manage their people. They offer a comprehensive suite of solutions, including payroll, recruitment, HR technology, and employment law, acting as an extension of their clients' teams to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and drive performance across various sectors, from SMEs to established enterprises.
