HSQE Manager
Location: South Lanarkshire
Salary Staff Permenant: £55,000.00 to £75,000.00 plus package DOE
ARM are working with a key client, one of the UKs leading structural steel fabrication and construction companies.
ARM are currently recruiting for an experienced HSQE Manager to join the business. This is a pivotal role, responsible for ensuring Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental compliance across all operations.
Working closely with departmental managers, the HSQE Manager will lead health and safety management and ensure full alignment with the company's Health and Safety Strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Champion Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards across the business
- Engage employees at all levels on HSQE matters, influencing behavioural change and embedding a proactive safety culture
- Lead continuous improvement through the development and delivery of an annual Health & Safety improvement plan
- Develop, implement, and maintain HSQE policies and procedures in line with the Integrated Management System and ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 standards
- Lead and deliver audits to ensure compliance with legislation, company policies, and recognised standards
- Ensure effective risk assessments and safe systems of work are in place for all activities
- Manage the reporting and investigation of accidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions as required
- Conduct site inspections, audits, and toolbox talks
- Liaise with external bodies including the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), local councils, and the Environment Agency
- Support departmental managers with guidance, training, and implementation of HSQE-related changes
- Maintain and manage third-party accreditations including Achilles, CIRAS, RISQS, ISO certifications, and the Common Assessment Standard
- Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, including subcontractor competence, governance, and risk management
- Identify training needs and deliver health and safety training across the organisation
- Promote the reporting of near misses, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions
- Maintain accurate HSQE records and provide evidence-based recommendations for continual improvement
Required Qualifications & Experience
- NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent) - essential
- Minimum 5 years? HSQE management experience, ideally within the construction sector
- Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and industry standards
- Proven experience of audits, inspections, and incident investigations
- Experience managing third-party accreditations
- Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or Quality Management
- IOSH certification
- Internal Auditor qualification (ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001)
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