Health & Safety Environment Specialist

HSE Specialist We are seeking a proactive Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Specialist to join a fantastic team in Woking. Reporting to the Head of HS&E, this is a key operational role focused on embedding a positive, forward-looking health, safety, and environmental culture across all areas of the business. You will work autonomously while partnering closely with teams across multiple sites to drive HS&E excellence. You will support the implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of Safe Systems of Work, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and best-practice HS&E standards. What You’ll Do * Define, develop, and maintain Safe Systems of Work * Lead and support the creation of HS&E risk assessments across all sites * Consult, coach, and advise on operational HS&E issues to reduce and mitigate risks * Maintain regulatory permits and coordinate Statutory Inspections * Ensure the generation and maintenance of accurate HS&E records * Support the preparation and management of site emergency plans * Review, update, and improve company HS&E policies and procedures * Produce clear and transparent HS&E performance reports * Support and lead investigations into incidents, accidents, and near-misses * Conduct workplace inspections to ensure compliance with HS&E policies and Safe Operating Techniques (SOTs) * Facilitate HS&E training, inductions, toolbox talks, and refresher sessions * Promote and maintain a positive health, safety, and environmental culture * Support wellbeing initiatives and help foster a psychologically safe workplace What You’ll Bring * Proven HS&E experience within an industrial or process-driven environment * NEBOSH National Diploma (or equivalent) * Working knowledge of ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 45001, and Environmental Permitting * Solid understanding of UK HS&E legislation * Experience conducting HS&E assessments, audits, or inspections * Experience using digital HSE platforms or systems * Exposure to ESG or sustainability initiatives * Experience with Integrated Management Systems (beneficial) * Strong stakeholder coordination and communication skills * Negotiation and conflict resolution skills (beneficial) * SAP experience (advantageous) * Power BI proficiency (advantageous) * Degree preferred but not essential