HSSE Manager

HSSE Manager - Carbon Capture and Storage Operations Are you ready to take the helm of Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) leadership in a pioneering carbon capture and storage project? Our esteemed client is seeking a seasoned HSSE Manager to lead a team dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance across both onshore and offshore operations. This role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in a high-stakes, high-reward environment. Why This Role Stands Out: - Leadership and Influence: Shape the safety culture from the boardroom to the frontline, setting the benchmark for HSSE excellence. - Strategic Impact: Directly influence the success of cutting-edge carbon capture and storage projects, contributing to a sustainable future. - Professional Growth: Engage with senior leaders, regulatory bodies, and local stakeholders, enhancing your professional network and expertise. -Diverse Responsibilities: Oversee a wide range of activities, from risk management to regulatory compliance, ensuring no two days are the same. Key Responsibilities: - HSSE Leadership & Governance: Establish and communicate HSSE expectations, prepare updates for the Board, and coordinate governance and crisis management. - Systems of Work: Develop and maintain HSSE management systems, implement risk management, and ensure robust organisational learning and performance reporting. - HSSE Support Management: Deliver HSSE activities to support safe, compliant, and reliable operations during construction and future projects. - Regulator Engagement & Compliance: Ensure compliance with HSSE legislation, maintain key approvals, and manage relationships with regulatory bodies such as HSE UK and the Environment Agency. Essential Qualifications and Experience: - A degree in a related discipline (Engineering or Science) or equivalent experience.- NEBOSH qualification at Certificate level or higher. - Over 15 years of relevant experience in HSSE, operational, or project roles, ideally within high hazard industries such as Chemicals, Refining, or Oil &; Gas. - Proven ability to manage complex regulatory relationships, including experience with COMAH and Environmental Permits. - Strong influencing skills, particularly with senior leaders, and a deep understanding of governance processes. Desirable Experience: - Experience with carbon capture and storage project development, construction, or operations - HSSE management experience in utilities or other low-margin, government-regulated businesses. - Familiarity with UK permits and consenting processes. - Experience engaging with local project stakeholders. This role is more than a job; it is a chance to lead, innovate, and drive forward a critical environmental initiative. If you possess the expertise and ambition to excel in this dynamic environment, consider this your next career milestone.