HSE Manager Nuclear

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HSE Manager to lead, develop, and continuously improve health, safety, and environmental systems within a dynamic organisation. This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation, industry standards, and internal policies while driving a proactive safety culture across the business.

The successful candidate will oversee workplace inspections, employee training, incident investigations, and strategic HSE initiatives to support operational excellence and workforce wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and management systems
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and hazard identification activities across operational areas
• Lead regular site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to legal and organisational standards
• Deliver engaging HSE training programs and toolbox talks to employees at all levels
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, producing detailed reports and corrective action plans
• Prepare and submit required HSE documentation and reports to senior management and regulatory bodies
• Monitor changes in legislation and ensure business practices remain compliant with current health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement strategies to minimise workplace risks and hazards
• Provide expert guidance to managers and teams on HSE best practices
• Coordinate emergency response procedures, drills, and crisis preparedness plans
• Oversee safe waste disposal processes and the handling, storage, and control of hazardous substances
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, audits, and training activities
• Liaise with external inspectors, clients, and regulatory authorities during audits and compliance reviews
• Champion a positive, company-wide culture of health, safety, and environmental awareness
• Support the consistent application of company and client HSE policies across all sites

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
• NEBOSH General Certificate, NEBOSH National Diploma, or equivalent professional qualification
• Proven experience within health, safety, and environmental roles, ideally in a supervisory or management capacity
• Strong working knowledge of current HSE legislation, standards, and compliance requirements
• Demonstrable expertise in risk assessment, hazard identification, and incident investigation
• Experience designing and delivering effective HSE training programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong report-writing ability
• High level of organisational skill, attention to detail, and problem-solving capability
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard business software systems
• Additional relevant health and safety certifications would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to lead and shape HSE strategy within a growing organisation
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Collaborative and safety-focused working environment