HSE Advisor, Site

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.Job SummaryThe HSE Advisor is responsible for administering environmental, health, safety, export compliance, and site security programs within a manufacturing environment. This role ensures full compliance with applicable regulatory and trade requirements, supports Environmental, Health and Safety Management Systems, and promotes a culture of safety, security, and continuous improvement across the site.Job ResponsibilitiesEnvironmental, Health, and Safety (HSE)Lead incident response, investigation, and reporting for environmental and safety related events, including near missesDevelop, implement, and monitor Environmental, Health and Safety training programs to ensure site wide complianceCoordinate all HSE training activities, including scheduling, communication, and record retentionAdminister the HSE Learning Management System, including training assignments, record maintenance, and content updatesMaintain accurate records for incidents, corrective actions, and regulatory complianceEnsure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and ADEM requirementsPrepare and submit regulatory reports, including Tier II, TRI, and other required filingsExport Compliance and Site SecurityEnsure adherence to import and export regulations, including customs laws, trade agreements, tariff classifications, and licensing requirementsReview import and export documentation (invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, customs declarations) for accuracy and compliance risk mitigationValidate tariff applicability and classification for import and export transactionsSupport implementation of export control requirements, including Technology Control Plans (TCP), required markings, and training coordinationAssist with visitor management systems and export compliance tools (e.g., iLobby)Support site badging administration and access control processesMaintain audit ready records for export compliance, security, and regulatory requirementsSystems, Reporting, and Site SupportMaintain and continuously improve ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems, including audits and corrective action processesPrepare reports, presentations, and documentation in support of HSE and compliance activitiesCoordinate safety meetings and provide administrative support to site HSE initiativesServe as a point of contact for employee, contractor, and vendor training inquiriesEnsure availability of HSE resources, including PPE, tools, and safety materialsSupport leadership with risk assessments, compliance reviews, and continuous improvement initiativesJob QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or related disciplineMinimum of 3 years of experience in environmental, health, safety, or related functions within a manufacturing environmentWorking knowledge of OSHA General Industry 1910 standardsFamiliarity with import and export regulations, trade compliance, or customs processes preferredProficiency with Microsoft Office applicationsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environmentStrong communication, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skillsMust be a U.S. Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance requirements, with ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance if needed. We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of WorkingEveryone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.