HSE Manager

Position: HSE Manager (Permanent)
Location: Acklam

Wolviston Management Services are proud to be supporting an established and highly respected engineering organisation in Teesside in their search for an experienced and proactive HSE Manager.

This is a key, hands-on leadership role within a growing engineering business, supporting both workshop operations and external project sites. You will take ownership of the company's Health, Safety and Environmental strategy, ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement and embedding a positive safety culture across all areas of the business.

This position requires a visible, practical leader who is comfortable being present on the shop floor and on-site, working closely with operational teams to ensure standards are maintained and continuously improved.

The Role
Reporting directly into senior leadership, you will be responsible for leading and developing the HSE function across workshop facilities and live project sites.
Your time will be split between:

Workshop-based HSE leadership - supporting fabrication, machining and engineering activities
Site visits - conducting audits, inspections and supporting project teams across regional client locations This is not a desk-based role. You will be actively involved in inspections, investigations and practical safety improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all Health, Safety & Environmental activities across workshop and site operations
Conduct regular audits, inspections and safety tours across fabrication and engineering areas
Undertake site visits to monitor compliance and provide practical HSE support to project teams
Develop, review and implement RAMS, policies and procedures
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions
Ensure compliance with relevant UK legislation and industry standards
Deliver toolbox talks and internal HSE training sessions
Maintain accurate documentation and reporting systems
Liaise with external bodies, clients and regulatory authorities where required
Drive a culture of behavioural safety and continuous improvement What We're Looking For

Proven experience in an HSE Manager or Senior HSE Advisor role within engineering, fabrication, manufacturing or industrial environments
Strong working knowledge of UK HSE legislation
Experience supporting both workshop environments and external project sites
NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) - essential
Chartered or working towards Chartered status (desirable)
Confident leading investigations and implementing corrective actions
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Full UK driving licence What's on Offer

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Established, stable engineering organisation with strong regional presence
Varied role across workshop and live project environments
Opportunity to influence and strengthen an already positive safety culture
Long-term career progression within a growing business If you are a proactive, hands-on HSE professional who enjoys being visible in operations and making a genuine impact, we would welcome a confidential discussion