Health, Safety & Environmental Lead

Title:

Health, Safety & Environmental Lead
Salary:
Dependent on experience

Working hours:

Monday - Friday, Day Shift

Location:

Stevenage, Hertfordshire

VH Talent is pleased to be partnering with a leading manufacturing organisation to recruit a HSE Lead. This standalone role requires a confident and experienced Health, Safety & Environmental professional who can take full ownership of on‑site HSE management and lead initiatives that drive continuous improvement. Interested to learn more, apply today!

• Take ownership of all EHS programmes and activities at the site for a headcount of (Apply online only) employees.
• Focus on execution and outcomes, ensuring EHS plans are consistently reviewed and updated.
• Guarantee that EHS standards, methods, and best practices are effectively applied.
• Develop and manage the site‑specific EHS strategy, working closely with all key stakeholders.
• Carry out compliance audits in line with the company's EHS requirements.
• Address compliance challenges and drive improvements through root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Organise and deliver EHS‑related training sessions for team members at all organisational levels.
• Maintain continuous learning and awareness of EHS responsibilities among the site workforce.
• Advise on technical and practical EHS solutions to help meet site objectives, reduce non‑compliance risks, and maintain a safe working environment.
• Track facility energy usage and implement local initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Partner with the Facilities team to uphold safe work practices and provide support during team absences.
• Administer the site's health surveillance programme to protect employee well‑being.
• Operate as part of the Leadership Team, attending regular meetings and supporting the continuous improvement culture.

• Previous experience of operating within a HSE appointment within a manufacturing or engineering setting.
• Able to present and provide training to small and large teams.
• NEBOSH or IOSH trained or equivalent.
• Experienced of operating within a Continuous Improvement environment and applying Lean Principles.
• Previous management experience and able to lead and influence teams.
• Degree in a relevant field would be advantageous, however not essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft packages.

• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Competitive company pension.
• Genuine opportunities for training and career development.
• Employee initiatives.
• Early finish Fridays.
• Permanent appointment.

VH Talent, your Permanent and FTC Recruitment Partner