Role Overview
The Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager is responsible for the day-to-day implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of Bournemouth Airport’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies, systems and practices. Working under the direction of the Head of Safety, the role supports the effective functioning of the Airport Safety Management System (SMS) and oversees environmental compliance (including ISO 14001), fostering a positive safety culture across the airport.
The HSE Manager works collaboratively across all departments, supporting safe operations and environmental stewardship. They work alongside the Aviation Safety Manager, who retains responsibility for CAA regulatory safety functions, including aerodrome safety regulation and oversight.
Overview of Responsibilities
- Key Safety Responsibilities:
- Assist with the development, refinement and implementation of SMS processes,
- procedures and policies.
- Manage safety performance monitoring, including ownership of the Oshens safety reporting system and follow-up actions.
- Conduct scheduled and ad-hoc safety inspections, audits and workplace assessments.
- Identify hazards, unsafe behaviours, non-compliances and opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Lead and support accident/incident investigations, ensuring corrective and preventative actions are identified and completed.
- Promote the wellbeing and safety of employees, contractors, visitors and persons affected by airport operations.
- Analyse safety-related data and trends, contributing to monthly Safety Performance Indicator reporting.
- Prepare and deliver safety reports, presentations and briefings to operational teams and relevant stakeholders.
- Lead safety committees, forums and working groups, ensuring effective communication and follow-up of actions.
- Support the Head of Safety in preparing for Safety Executive meetings, ensuring risks and mitigations are clearly articulated.
- Maintain all SMS documentation, risk registers and safety communications.
- Work in partnership with the Airport Training Coordinator to ensure appropriate safety training, induction and competency management.
- Maintain a centralised COSHH database and ensure compliance with COSHH regulations.
Environmental Responsibilities
- Lead the airport’s day-to-day environmental management activities under the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
- Monitor, manage and support compliance with environmental legislation and local environmental obligations.
- Maintain environmental records, reports, risk assessments and monitoring logs.
- Coordinate waste management, pollution prevention, carbon reduction and sustainability-related activities.
- Support noise management processes, environmental complaint handling and local community engagement activity.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with surrounding communities, local authorities and external environmental agencies.
- Identify and assess environmental risks associated with airport operations and support appropriate mitigation plans.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain confidentiality and data integrity at all times.
- Represent Bournemouth Airport in meetings, audits and regulatory interactions.
- Support internal and external audits across the Safety and HSE functions.
- Undertake additional duties as directed by the Head of Safety
What’s on offer
- Life Assurance
- Workplace pension scheme
- Free on-site parking whilst on duty
- Free Airport parking when you go on holiday (subject to availability)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounts on Fred Olsen Holidays
- Discounts with Airport retailers including the Bourne and Acre Restaurant and regular employee sales at World Duty Free.
- Driving Licence preferable but not essential.
If you are interested e-mail your CV along with a covering email explaining why you would be suitable for the role.
Please note: If you have not heard from us within four weeks please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, undertake a Criminal Record check and provide 5 years of checkable referencing history.
Important Notice: Please be aware that neither Bournemouth Airport nor any recruitment partners we work with will ever ask candidates to pay a fee other than for criminal record checks. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of a job advert, please contact us directly via email before applying.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
