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.