HSE Lead

Job Title: HSE Lead

Salary: £45,000-£50,000

Benefits:

* Private Healthcare

* Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme- Company match up to 10%.

* Death in Service- 3x salary

* 24 days holiday+ bank holidays, up to 5 days holiday can be bought and holidays increase after 3 year’s continuous

* Critical illness cover up to £10,000 (can be increased up to £60,000)

* Cycle to Work Scheme

* £200 towards gym membership or home gym equipment

* £200 towards purchase of a bike

* 75% of membership paid for National Trust, English/Scottish Heritage

* Medicash

* Annual Staff Event

Location: Hebburn

Hours: 40 hours per week. 8am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday

The Company:

Theo James are delighted to be supporting a company spanning 50 years in Manufacturing and Engineering, this organization has become a market leader. This has been achieved through consistently delivering high-quality, reliable, and durable products to its ever-growing customer and client bases. Expectations when it comes to the quality of the product have led to this organization winning awards and no doubt this will be the first of many.

We are looking for an HSE Lead, ensuring the safety values and success of the company continue to rise and develop. This is truly an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is looking for personal development as well as to be a part of an exciting future. Many companies boast about staff incentives; however, this company shows it with a long list of company benefits.

If you would be interested, please see the details below, and let’s discuss it further

Responsibilities

Develop, review, and update HSE policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.

Implement HSE policies across all departments and sites, providing guidance and support to employees at all levels

Line Management responsibilities for HSE Advisor and Internal Trainer

Conduct regular performance reviews for members of the HSE team, providing constructive feedback on individual performance and identifying areas for improvement.

Set clear goals and objectives for team members, monitoring progress and providing feedback and support as needed.

Oversee the scheduling of holidays and manage employee absences, ensuring adequate coverage for essential HSE functions

Support operational departments in ensuring COSHH compliance including the maintenance of the company COSHH register.

Assist with and/or complete regular formal safety inspections and internal audits as required across all depots and field-based operations.

Lead and coordinate occupational hygiene monitoring, including noise and air quality assessments as required.

Support operational departments in the ongoing monitoring of employee exposure to vibration and noise, providing guidance on exposure limits and implementation of proportionate control measures.

Support members of the management team and process owners in the investigation of accidents, near misses and incidents to establish root cause, identify corrective actions and potential improvement opportunities.

To support the company in ensuring compliance with all relevant legislative and other requirements inclusive of our ISO certified QHSE Management Systems.

To provide expert, professional health and safety advice, guidance, and support to all interested parties.

Work in collaboration with operational departments to ensure all activities have been adequately risk assessed, with safe systems of work being agreed, communicated, and understood.

Support Human Resources department in delivering health and safety inductions, including manual handling and DSE training for all new employees.

Lead health and safety committees and cross-functional working groups.

Prepare toolbox talks, safety alerts, and internal news items to a variety of internal stakeholders as and when required.

Take responsibility for managing own performance and to participate in any identified training or development opportunities.

To recognize the importance of fairness and equality in the workplace, to treat everyone with dignity and respect.

Comply with Company Codes of Conduct, policies, and procedures at all times.

Skills and Requirements:

* Full UK Driving Licence.

* 5+ years’ experience in a similar position.

* A recognized health and safety qualification, such as the NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.

* A formal recognised environmental qualification such as NEBOSH or IEMA Environmental Certificate.

* Membership of a professional body such as IOSH or IEMA.

* Previous experience of working in a manufacturing or construction environment.

* Strong communicator and the ability to positively influence others.

Desirable

* CSCS card and/ or Quarry Passport holder.

* Previous experience of working to internationally recognised standards including ISO 45001 and Internal auditor qualified to a recognised standard (ideally ISO 45001).

* DSE assessor qualified (or willing to complete training on taking on the role).

Why join us?

This company is a global leader in engineering and manufacturing, providing team members with access to cutting-edge technology and projects that make a tangible impact on infrastructure and development. Employees benefit from a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth, training, and career progression. The company also emphasizes a strong commitment to sustainability, safety, and community involvement, aligning with values that many people find rewarding and meaningful in their work. Located in Hebburn, the workplace combines a sense of local community with a truly global reach, making it an ideal place for those seeking a fulfilling career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment