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Polypipe Building Services
HSE Manager
Kent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Salary
- 47000.00 - 53000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Polypipe Building Services
- Closes
- 16 Feb 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Specialists in providing engineered above ground drainage and water supply systems, Polypipe Building Services leverages offsite fabrication to design and deliver solutions to mechanical and public health engineers, M&E contractors as well as local authorities. Polypipe Building Services houses well–known industry brand Terrain and has been delivering systems to commercial, high rise residential, healthcare, education and leisure projects for over 50 years.
Role Overview: Working in conjunction with the Director of QHSE, you will be responsible for improving the HSE culture, implementing Polypipe Building Services and Genuit Group HSE policies, managing HSE systems, driving behavioural change and improving management competence.
Key Responsibilities:
Interpret, communicate, and ensure compliance with the company s Management Systems and all relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation.
Support the Site Management Team with all HSE responsibilities, providing advice and assistance as required.
Implement Polypipe Building Services and Group HSE policies, procedures, and initiatives on site.
Maintain accreditation to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Management Standards.
Set, monitor, and report on HSE goals and objectives, including presenting KPIs to Senior Management and identifying performance trends.
Provide guidance across all levels of the business to ensure a consistent and best–practice approach to HSE management.
Conduct regular site tours to verify that HSE standards are maintained and actively driven by management.
Identify HSE training, competency, and awareness needs, working with the L&D team to track and maintain competence.
Ensure all site HSE systems are maintained, updated, and effectively implemented & Manage site access control systems.
Oversee the development and review of risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work (SSW) while Establishing and maintaining appropriate PPE requirements for the site.
Lead site inspections and audits, including external mandatory inspections & Support internal and external audit programmes.
Promote a strong sustainability, health, and safety culture across the workplace & Consult and communicate effectively with the business on all HSE matters.
Deputise for the Director of QHSE on safety and environmental matters when required.
Skills & Requirements:
In–depth knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation within a manufacturing environment & Experience managing and developing a professional HSE team.
Proven ability to lead, influence, and drive positive change and continuous improvement while being strong team player.
Able to work proactively and independently, using initiative to develop and enhance the role while having Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels.
Competent in conducting safety and environmental inspections.
Competent in planning, conducting, and reporting audits.
Able to accurately record inspection, check, and audit results in a clear and compliant manner aligned with relevant standards.
Computer literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and IFS.
Ability to integrate environmental, health, and safety legislation into management systems.
NEBOSH Certificate required; NEBOSH Diploma (Part II) or equivalent preferred.
AIEMA (or equivalent) professional training.
Full UK driving licence.
Working Hours & Benefits:
Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours.
25 days holiday entitlement.
Contributory pension scheme – matched up to 8%.& Life assurance
Save as you earn Sharesave & Cycle to Work Scheme.
Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on–site physiotherapy and counselling services.
Staff discount on all Genuit Group products.
Ad ID: 5417735713
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