SHE Business Partner - Multi-Site (North & East Midlands)

SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) Business Partner (141lw) – Multi-Site (North & East Midlands) – ca £40,000 + benefits We are seeking a confident, hands-on SHE Business Partner to join a busy, multi-site manufacturing organisation operating in a demanding, heavy engineering environment. A highly visible role working directly with site leadership teams to ensure Safety, Health and Environmental standards are embedded, challenged and continuously improved across multiple operational sites. DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO REPRESENT INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EX MILITARY. We are particularly interested in speaking with ex-military service leavers and individuals from operational engineering backgrounds who are looking to build or develop a career in Health & Safety. Candidates working towards, or already studying for, NEBOSH qualifications will be strongly considered. The role offers progression into more senior SHE Business Partner and regional leadership positions over time. This position will strongly appeal to individuals with military backgrounds in, Engineering, equipment maintenance or technical trades, Operational leadership in high-risk or regulated environments, Safety, compliance, assurance or risk management roles, Training, instruction or supervisory responsibilities. Key Responsibilities You will work across multiple sites supporting the implementation of SHE standards, including - Ensuring compliance with company SHE policies through audits, inspections and site engagement Leading investigations into accidents and incidents, identifying root causes and driving corrective actions Managing RIDDOR reporting and regulatory notifications Supporting and improving risk assessments and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Delivering toolbox talks, safety briefings and awareness campaigns Supporting emergency preparedness including Fire Wardens and First Aid teams Driving continuous improvement through HSCC meetings and action tracking Monitoring compliance with key regulations including LOLER, DSEAR, COSHH and PSSR Supporting environmental initiatives including waste reduction and recycling programmes Producing reports, metrics and trend analysis for senior leadership teams Acting as a key safety advisor across multiple operational sites What we are looking for Minimum 1 year experience in SHE / H&S role OR strong transferable military / operational experience NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum requirement) or actively working towards it Strong understanding of health & safety principles and legislation (or equivalent military safety systems experience) Confident communicator with the ability to influence operational teams Comfortable working independently across multiple sites Practical, hands-on approach with a visible presence on site Full UK driving licence required Desirable (not essential) - IOSH membership, ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 exposure, IEMA qualification or environmental awareness, Audit experience, PUWER / DSEAR understanding Working pattern is Monday–Friday (08:00–16:30). Client has a strong focus on training, development and career progression To apply or find out more, please send a copy of your CV with a note outlining why this would be the ideal opportunity for you to Liz Walsh at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd