Health, Safety Environmental Manager

Are you ready to elevate HSE culture and support ongoing business growth?

Assured Safety Recruitment is partnering with a respected UK manufacturing group to appoint a Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager for their high-volume production facility in Somerset. This is an organisation that doesn’t just talk about safety it invests in it, with a strong track record of performance improvements across its UK operations.

As a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you will lead the HSE strategy, supported by a dedicated Health, Safety & Environment Advisor. We’re looking for someone who combines strategic capability with a hands-on approach—someone who can inspire teams, shape behaviours, and drive continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver a site-specific HSE improvement plan to manage risks and ensure legal compliance
Drive continuous improvement in HSE performance across all departments
Lead internal and external audits to uphold high standards including 14001/45001
Oversee emergency preparedness and contractor/visitor safety processes
Provide expert HSE guidance to site operations
Implement Group SHE systems, initiatives, and campaigns at site level
Liaise with regulators and ensure timely statutory reporting
What We’re Looking For

Proven experience leading HSE strategy in a large manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong communication and engagement skills at all organisational levels
A proactive, visible leader with the ability to influence culture and behaviours
Robust knowledge of technical and legislative risk management
This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation with a genuine commitment to safety, wellbeing, and operational excellence
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed