HSE Manager (FM - Defence Sector)

HSE Manager | Facilities Management | Tier 1 Contractor | £75,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance & Package | Berkshire / South East We are actively recruiting for an HSE Manager to take ownership of health, safety and environmental compliance across a large-scale facilities management, defence contract for a Tier 1 FM contractor operating across Berkshire and the wider South East region. As an HSE Manager you will be the lead HSE professional on a major FM Defence contract, working closely with operational and contract management teams to drive a positive safety culture, ensure legislative compliance and manage all aspects of health, safety and environmental performance across a diverse, multi-site portfolio. Due to the nature of the Defence contract/environment, you will be required to understake SC and DV security clearance. Ideally candidiates will already hold these qualifications. Employment Package/Summary: * Role: HSE Manager * Status: Permanent, PAYE – Paid Monthly * Base Salary: £75,000 * Car Allowance: £5,250 * Provided: Phone, laptop, 34 days paid annual leave * Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00am – 5:00pm * Location/s: Berkshire based with travel across South East England * Works: HSE management, compliance, auditing and cultural development * Industry: Facilities Management / Building Services * Contract: Defence Key Responsibilities: * Lead and manage all health, safety and environmental activities across the FM contract portfolio. * Develop, implement and maintain HSE policies, procedures and management systems in line with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards. * Conduct and oversee risk assessments, method statements (RAMS) and safe systems of work across all operational activities. * Carry out regular site audits, inspections and compliance checks, producing detailed reports with corrective action plans. * Investigate incidents, near misses and accidents, producing thorough root cause analysis and implementing preventative measures. * Act as the primary point of contact for all HSE matters with the client, subcontractors and regulatory bodies. * Deliver HSE inductions, toolbox talks and training programmes to operational and management teams. * Monitor and report on HSE KPIs, producing monthly performance reports for senior management and the client. * Manage CDM compliance on minor works and projects undertaken within the FM contract. * Keep abreast of changes to HSE legislation and ensure business-wide compliance at all times. Requirements: * Ideally candidiate will hold current SC / DV Security Clearance. At minimum, must be willing to undertake DV Security Clearance. * Experience working in Defence / MOD based environments is highly preferable. * Must hold NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent (NEBOSH Certificate considered with significant relevant experience). * Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) or working towards chartership preferred. * Must hold proven experience in a senior HSE role within a facilities management, building services or construction environment. * Strong working knowledge of CDM Regulations, COSHH, LOLER, PUWER and associated legislation. * Experience managing HSE across multi-site, fast-paced FM or maintenance contracts essential. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels. If you are an experienced HSE Manager looking for a high-profile role with a leading Tier 1 FM contractor then please apply today by submitting a full CV