HSE Lead

Company Overview
W Talent Engineering & Manufacturing are supporting a leading UK building materials manufacturer in the appointment of a highly engaging HSE Lead for their flagship manufacturing operation in Leeds.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that is experiencing significant growth across the UK, backed by substantial investment in its facilities, people, and future capability. As the organisation continues to expand, they are looking for an ambitious Environmental, Health & Safety professional who wants to play a key role in shaping the future of safety performance across the site.

The successful candidate will join a business that genuinely values HSE and recognises it as a critical driver of operational excellence. You'll be given the autonomy, support, and investment needed to deliver meaningful improvements, whilst benefiting from the guidance and expertise of an established Group HSE function.
If you're looking for a role where you can influence change, develop a strong safety culture, and grow your career within a progressive manufacturing organisation, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

The Role
Reporting into the Plant Manager, the HSE Lead will take ownership of all environmental, health, and safety activities across the Leeds manufacturing facility.

Working closely with operational leaders and the wider Group EHS team, you will be responsible for driving compliance, improving engagement, and embedding a proactive safety-first culture throughout the site.
This role offers a blend of strategic leadership and operational involvement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor while also contributing to longer-term business objectives.

Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement site HSE strategies aligned with business objectives and group standards.
* Lead initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and promote a positive safety culture.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant UK health, safety, and environmental legislation.
* Drive continuous improvement across ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.
* Lead risk assessments, hazard identification activities, and implementation of effective control measures.
* Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, ensuring robust corrective actions are implemented.
* Deliver EHS training, coaching, and awareness programmes across the workforce.
* Conduct audits, inspections, and compliance reviews to identify improvement opportunities.
* Monitor and report HSE performance metrics to site and group leadership teams.
* Manage relationships with external regulators, auditors, and other key stakeholders.
* Support environmental and sustainability initiatives across the operation.

About You
The ideal candidate will be a passionate HSE professional with a strong manufacturing background and the ability to influence stakeholders at every level of the business.
* NEBOSH General Certificate is a minimal requirement
* Proven HSE leadership experience within manufacturing, building materials, heavy industry, or other high-hazard environments.
* Strong working knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental legislation.
* Experience managing ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 systems.
* A demonstrable track record of driving behavioural and cultural change programmes.
* Strong auditing, investigation, and risk management experience.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to balance operational priorities.

What's on Offer?
* Salary up to £50,000 plus benefits
* Join a business that puts HSE at the centre of everything
* Make a difference to a growing business

This role if for HSE professionals looking to take ownership, drive change, and build a safer, stronger manufacturing environment, this represents an outstanding career opportunity.