HSE Manager

Health & Safety Manager (HSE Manager)
 Department: Health & Safety

Reports to: Managing Director

Hours: 40 hours per week (rota basis, including weekends & bank holidays)
£45-50K Per annum
31 Days holiday ( Inc Bank holidays) 
5/7 to cover operational needs
Long service awards - 5+ Years service
Social events x4 per year
Pension contribution 8% from the company 5% Employee
24/7 EAP Helpline
24/7 GP Helpline
PMI 
Death in service x3 salary 
Discounts for High street shops via app
Free entry to all parks
Star Awards
Discounts of F&B during shifts 
plus an array of other benefits 

We need someone with energy and enthusiasm , credible with excellent communication skills who can assess HSE risks, gaps and provide workable solutions- Candidates who can make HSE something staff want to be engaged in rather than feelt hey have to be. 


About the Role 
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to take full responsibility for all health, safety and welfare matters across a large, complex visitor attraction site. This role ensures full statutory compliance while creating a safe environment for employees, contractors and guests.

 
 Key Responsibilities 

•  Lead and manage all health, safety and welfare compliance across the site.
  
  

•  Ensure adherence to UK/EU legislation, case law and industry best practice.
  
  

•  Develop, implement and regularly review H&S policies, procedures and systems.
  
  

•  Advise Directors and senior management on H&S strategy, incident reporting and preventative actions.
  
  

•  Conduct and oversee risk assessments (including COSHH, manual handling, lone working, animal risks, young workers, pregnant workers and contractors).
  
  

•  Investigate accidents, incidents and near misses; report findings with corrective actions.
  
  

•  Manage all H&S audits, inspections and compliance checks, producing detailed reports and recommendations.
  
  

•  Oversee safety equipment provision and maintenance (e.g., alarms, extinguishers, ladders, first aid supplies).
  
  

•  Advise on and monitor PPE requirements and compliance.
  
  

•  Deliver and coordinate H&S training (induction, first aid, fire safety, IOSH, etc.).
  
  

•  Line manage the First Aid Team to ensure professional and timely support.
  
  

•  Liaise with insurers, HSE and local authorities as required.
  
  

•  Manage contractor safety compliance and documentation.
  
  

•  Support legal and insurance case preparation relating to guest or employee incidents.
  
  

•  Promote a proactive safety culture across all departments.
  
  

•  Drive continuous improvement in safety performance and standards.
  
  

 

 
 Essential Qualifications 

•  Recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma, NVQ, BSc, MSc or equivalent).
  
  

 

 
 Essential Experience 

•  Proven experience managing H&S across a large, high-footfall site.
  
  

•  Demonstrable experience of proactive risk management and incident investigation.
  
  

•  Experience advising senior leadership teams.
  
  

 

 
Desirable: Experience within leisure, tourism or visitor attractions.

 
 Key Skills 

•  Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and compliance frameworks.
  
  

•  Excellent investigative and analytical skills.
  
  

•  Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement ability.
  
  

•  High attention to detail with strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
  
  

•  Ability to influence, lead and build a positive safety culture.
  
  

•  Effective time management and ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

•  Professional, discreet and solutions-focused approach.
  
  

 

 
 Additional Information 

•  This is a 365-day operation; weekend and bank holiday working is required on a rota basis.
  
  

•  The role may involve visible presence on site; a professional and guest-focused manner is essential at all times.