Title:  UK & IRE HSSE Manager

Making the World Move

Exolum are an innovative fuel storage company with the priority of a green energy future operating globally. People are at the heart of our expansion plans with a focus on developing our colleagues to reach their potential while accepting everyone as they are!

UK & IRE HSSE Manager – Flexible Location with travel to NWE sites

About the role

We are seeking an experienced HSSE Manager to lead Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) activities across our UK & Ireland operations. Reporting to the NWE HSSEQ Lead, you will lead and develop the UK & Ireland HSSE team, providing independent, expert leadership across process safety, occupational safety, environmental management and security. You will play a critical role in ensuring legal compliance, managing major accident hazard (COMAH) risks, and embedding a strong safety culture across terminals and pipeline operations. This is a senior leadership role requiring strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the confidence to operate within highly regulated, high-hazard environments.

Key responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership for HSSE risk management across UK & Ireland operations, with a strong focus on process safety in tank storage and pipeline logistics.
• Maintain and oversee COMAH Safety Reports, managing regulatory compliance and relationships with the Competent Authority, including coordination of inspections and intervention visits.
• Ensure effective, compliant emergency response arrangements, aligned to COMAH 2015, including participation as Emergency Duty Manager on a 24/7 rota.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve HSSE strategies, policies and performance frameworks, including PSPIs, KPIs, audits and terminal safety reviews.
• Lead HSSE input to projects, new product introductions, M&A activity and management of change, providing clear, risk‑based advice and solutions.
• Build HSSE capability across the business through training, industry engagement, and application of advanced safety methodologies (HAZOP, Bow Tie, incident investigation, human factors and safety culture).
• Represent Exolum in industry forums, promote best practice, and support delivery of HSSE objectives through effective governance, reporting and continuous improvement.

About You

You will be a confident HSSE leader with significant experience in a senior safety role within a high‑hazard or regulated industry, bringing deep expertise in process safety, COMAH and regulatory engagement alongside strong leadership and communication skills. You will hold a relevant degree in engineering, science or a technical discipline (or have significant equivalent experience), be qualified to NEBOSH Diploma level (or equivalent), and hold Chartered membership of a professional HSSE body with active CPD. You will have extensive experience managing process safety within a Major Accident Hazard environment, a proven track record of leading and developing specialist HSSE teams, and strong knowledge of UK HSSE legislation, ALARP principles and risk assessment methodologies. You will be able to influence at senior levels, communicate complex technical issues clearly, and have the flexibility to travel regularly across UK & Ireland sites, including acting as Emergency Duty Manager. Experience in security management and ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001) is desirable but not essential.

Competency Model

At Exolum we run a Competency Model defined according to our strategy, values, and the geographies where we operate. These competencies represent the behaviours that drive superior performance:

We Care – We anticipate, identify and solve the needs of our internal and external clients – Level 4
We Do – We face opportunities and challenges with proactivity, energy and enthusiasm and take responsibility for our actions – Level 5
We Connect – We listen, share information and communicate clearly, transparently and openly – Level 5
We Include – We welcome, respect and value the uniqueness of people – Level 2
We Get Together – We actively collaborate with others to achieve shared goals – Level 5
We Trust – We act with integrity, aligned with our values, and honour our commitments – Level 5
We Think Different – We contribute, explore and experiment with new approaches without fear of being wrong – Level 5

About the Benefits

• Salary £88,000-£92,000 depending on experiences
• Pension – up to Employee 6% and Employer 9%
• 30 days holiday
• Personalised career development plans
• Car or Car allowance
• Single Private Health Insurance via BUPA
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Assurance x5 and Disability Insurance
• Wellbeing Initiatives
• Employee Resource Groups – EDI Group, Employee Forum, Wellbeing Committee

 About the Process 

The first step is to apply – please visit https://jobs.exolum.com/ to complete your application. Once your application has been reviewed, if you are successful, you will be invited to meet our amazing team and your potential new line manager for a face-to-face interview. Depending on the role, you may be required to attend a second stage interview so we can get to know you even more!  

About Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion 

Different people approach problems differently and we believe that diversity is the engine that fuels innovation. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse voices are not only heard but also amplified. We recognise that our differences—when embraced with respect—drive smarter decisions, stronger performance, and a culture where everyone can be their authentic selves. 

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, neurodiversity or any other legally protected status. 

We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email: HumanResources@exolum.com 

About your data 

The information provided by you will be used by Exolum to process your application and, if successful, in connection with your future employment with us.  Any information held by us relating to you will be destroyed six months after the post has been filled.  If we wish to retain your information for future vacancies, we will seek your express consent to do so.  All processing of data will be in compliance with data protection laws.  For further information on how we handle your data read our UK privacy notice for job applicants, employees, workers and agency workers which is available on our website: Disclosures and legal notices by country – Exolum