HSE Manager

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager

Location : Prichard, VW

Employment Type : [Full-time]

Department : [HSE / Operations]

About the Role

The HSE Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing the organization's health, safety, and environmental policies and strategies. This role ensures safe working conditions for employees and all stakeholders, prevents workplace accidents and environmental impacts, and ensures compliance with ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and customer requirements. The ideal candidate is proactive, solutions-driven, and committed to building a strong safety culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities HSE Systems & Compliance

Develop, implement, and maintain HSE standard operating procedures.

Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems and client requirements.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare risk assessments and design risk-mitigation measures.

Prepare and maintain all required documentation, operational checks, logs, and reports.

Monitoring, Auditing & Reporting

Manage HSE controllers and coordinate their audit and inspection schedules.

Oversee continuous audits / inspections and ensure timely corrective actions.

Prepare weekly and monthly HSE reports, performance statistics, and presentations for management.

Report to the corporate HSE department on a weekly basis.

Incident Prevention & Investigation

Lead the investigation of accidents, near misses, and HSE-related complaints.

Analyze incidents to determine root causes and recommend corrective measures.

Follow up to ensure corrective and preventive actions are completed and documented.

Coordinate and participate in emergency response drills and maintain related records.

Training & Culture Development

Ensure all employees, contractors, and site visitors receive required HSE training.

Implement Job Safety Analysis (JSA) processes and inspect job sites during hazardous work activities.

Serve as the chairperson for Safety Committee meetings.

Influence and promote a strong safety culture across all levels of the organization.

Environmental Management

Lead the implementation of Environmental Management programs in alignment with ISO 14001.

Support initiatives that reduce environmental impacts and ensure regulatory compliance.

Other Responsibilities

Oversee workers' compensation cases and emergency case management.

Support continuous improvement initiatives for HSE processes and culture.

Qualifications & Skills Education & Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Safety & Environmental Management or related field.

Certified Auditor for ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 (required).

Professional Skills

Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Effective time management and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.

Ability to build strong working relationships and resolve conflicts effectively.

Customer-service orientation.

Personal Attributes

Proactive, adaptable, and "lead-by-example" mindset.

Direct, conscientious, and reliable.

Strong decision-making skills and accountability.

Working Conditions

Combination of office and production / plant environments.

Regular site inspections and fieldwork required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk and stand for extended periods in various work environments.

Prolonged computer work.

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.