Job Description

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

At Smurfit Westrock, safety is our number one priority. You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference, lead meaningful change and contribute to a culture built on our core values of Safety, Loyalty, Integrity and Trust.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

Lead Safety. Drive Sustainability. Make an Impact.

We're looking for an experienced HSE Manager to join our Beacon Site in Aldershot. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead our Health, Safety and Environmental strategy, helping create a safe, compliant and sustainable workplace while supporting business growth and continuous improvement. [HSE Manage...- Sept 26 | Word]

As the site's HSE expert, you'll work closely with the Leadership Team to promote a positive safety culture, ensure legal compliance and drive environmental excellence across the operation. [HSE Manage...- Sept 26 | Word]

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the site's Health, Safety and Environmental strategy.
• Driving a proactive safety culture through coaching, engagement and visible leadership.
• Ensuring compliance with UK HSE legislation and company standards.
• Managing risk assessments, investigations, audits and emergency preparedness.
• Delivering HSE training and supporting competency development.
• Leading environmental initiatives, sustainability projects and ISO 14001 activities.
• Monitoring HSE performance and presenting key metrics to site leadership. [HSE Manage...- Sept 26 | Word]

What We're Looking For

✅ NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)

✅ Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation

✅ Experience within a manufacturing environment

✅ Experience with ISO and/or BRC standards

✅ Excellent communication, coaching and leadership skills

✅ Ability to influence, engage and inspire colleagues at all levels

✅ Full driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally as required [HSE Manage...- Sept 26 | Word], [HSE Manage...- Sept 26 | Word]

Desirable

• NEBOSH Diploma
• Qualified Auditor status

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to take the next step in your HSE career? We'd love to hear from you.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.