Company Overview:
Walker Group provides advanced high-precision manufacturing services from centres of excellence located in the UK and Poland.
Reporting To:
Group Director of Operations
Location:
WPE, Glasgow with occasional travel to other Walker Group sites in UK and Poland
Working Pattern
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Purpose of Role
We are seeking a dedicated Group HSE Lead, responsible for providing strategic leadership and governance of Health, Safety and Environmental activities across the Walker Group.
The role is responsible for embedding Health, Safety and Environmental excellence throughout the organisation by integrating HSE performance within the Walker Way Lean Operating System and SQDCP framework. Through effective governance, risk management and continuous improvement, the role will ensure compliance with applicable legislation, support operational excellence and achieve and thereafter maintain certification to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
Key Responsibilities:
HSE Leadership & Strategy
- Develop and deploy the Group HSE strategy aligned to business objectives and the Walker Way.
- Lead the Safety pillar within the SQDCP framework and Balanced KPI Scorecard.
- Champion a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement.
- Provide professional HSE leadership and guidance across all Group operations.
Health, Safety & Environmental Management
- Ensure compliance with all applicable Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
- Lead risk management, incident investigation and corrective action activities.
- Develop and maintain effective HSE management systems and standards.
- Drive improvements in HSE performance through proactive monitoring and engagement.
Governance & Compliance
- Lead the Group's HSE governance framework, policies and procedures.
- Manage internal and external audits and certification activities.
- Achieve and maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification.
- Report HSE performance, risks and improvement activities to the Executive Team.
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
- Embed HSE within the Walker Way Lean Operating System.
- Support SQDCP reviews, KPI management and operational excellence initiatives.
- Utilise structured problem-solving techniques to eliminate recurring issues and improve performance.
- Drive continuous improvement projects that enhance safety, environmental and operational outcomes.
Training & Culture
- Develop HSE awareness, competence and leadership capability across the Group.
- Promote employee engagement and ownership of HSE performance.
- Support managers in delivering safe, compliant and environmentally responsible operations.
Stakeholder Management
- Build effective relationships with operational leaders, regulators, customers and certification bodies.
- Represent the Group during audits, inspections and customer assessments.
- Work collaboratively across all functions to deliver business objectives.
Skills & Behaviours:
- Strong leadership and influencing capability.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Data-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Organised, resilient and results focused.
- Collaborative and capable of driving change across multiple sites.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience – Required:
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional qualification.
- Significant HSE leadership experience within manufacturing, engineering or a regulated industrial environment.
- Demonstrable experience of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
- Strong knowledge of UK Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
- Experience leading audits, investigations and compliance programmes.
- Understanding of Lean principles, KPI management and continuous improvement
Qualifications, Skills & Experience – Desirable:
- Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH).
- ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 Lead Auditor qualification.
- Multi-site manufacturing experience.
- Aerospace or advanced manufacturing experience.
- Experience working within a Lean Operating System and SQDCP environment.
Right to Work:
- Due to the nature of our work within the aerospace, space, defence and other high technology sectors, candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be eligible to undergo security screening where required.
Equal Opportunities:
- Walker Group is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background.
Company Culture:
- Walker Group is a leading precision engineering business serving aerospace, space, defence and advanced manufacturing customers. We invest heavily in our people, technology and continuous improvement culture, offering long-term career development opportunities across our UK and European operations.
- If you're an experienced HSE Leader looking to join a precision manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of the Walker Group team in Glasgow.
Pay: £55,000.00-£75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
