Mission zero technologies
Health & Safety Manager
Job Description
About Mission Zero Technologies
We’re a London-based climate-tech start-up, working to reframe how the world views carbon in order to enable a thriving planet. Since 2020, we have pioneered the world’s most versatile direct air capture (DAC) technology to recover historic CO₂ emissions from the atmosphere, anywhere, at any scale.
Backed by Breakthrough Energy Ventures, the XPRIZE foundation, Stripe, and the UK Government, we’ve moved a brand new climate technology from lab scale to commercial plants in under three years, to empower carbon removal and sustainable utilisation.
About the role
London-based with our flexible trust-based work policy (3-4 days/week onsite).
Looking to use your powers for good? Join Mission Zero Technologies to help fight the climate crisis on the molecular frontline.
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to lead and manage health and safety across all Mission Zero Technologies (MZT) sites, including offices, facilities, and site operations. This critical role ensures the safety of our people, compliance with regulations, and the effective implementation of H&S systems across diverse environments.
The H&S Manager will also have the opportunity to oversee safety operations internationally, supporting our growing global footprint. This role is perfect for a highly qualified H&S professional with a strong manufacturing or process engineering background, who thrives in dynamic and innovative environments.
What you’ll be doing
Health & Safety Leadership
- Develop, implement, and maintain MZT’s Health & Safety policies, systems, and processes across all sites, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.
- Act as the primary point of contact for all H&S-related matters across office spaces, laboratories, engineering facilities, and operational sites.
- Champion a strong safety culture, providing leadership, guidance, and training to teams across the organization.
Compliance and Risk Management
- Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections across sites to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations, including those related to process engineering and manufacturing environments.
- Monitor and report on H&S performance, maintaining comprehensive records of incidents, near-misses, and corrective actions.
Training and Communication
- Design and deliver H&S training programs tailored to diverse operational environments, including office-based staff, lab teams, and field engineers.
- Promote awareness and understanding of H&S policies and initiatives through effective communication channels.
Incident Management
- Lead investigations into incidents, accidents, and near-misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Develop and maintain emergency response plans, ensuring readiness across all sites.
International Oversight
- Provide H&S guidance for international operations, ensuring alignment with local regulations and best practices.
- Travel to international sites as needed to conduct assessments, deliver training, and support global H&S initiatives.
Continuous Improvement
- Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to continuously improve MZT’s H&S systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative safety solutions tailored to our unique DAC technology.
What you’ll need to be successful in this role
- Strong qualifications in Health & Safety (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma, IOSH Chartered Membership, or equivalent).
- Proven experience in H&S management within manufacturing or process engineering environments.
- International exposure and experience working across different regulatory frameworks.
- Ability to travel internationally as required to support global operations.
- Strong knowledge of H&S regulations, risk management, and incident investigation techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Highly organized with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Ideally you’ll also have
- Experience in startup or high-growth environments.
- Familiarity with sustainability-focused practices in H&S management.
- Hands-on experience in labs, engineering facilities, or industrial-scale manufacturing operations.
- A passion for climate tech and contributing to a sustainable future.
What we can offer you
- 30 days of Annual Leave
- 3 months Paternity/Maternity Leave
- £500 annual Personal Development Grant
- Unlimited mental health support
- BUPA Cash Plan & gym discounts
- Employee Share Options Scheme
- Christmas holidays office closure
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employer-matched contributions to global re-wilding programme
- Opportunities to directly impact where our company is headed
- A high-growth, high-trust environment that encourages bold creativity
At Mission Zero, we value diversity of cultural backgrounds, experience, and perspectives, and leverage these qualities to create exceptional outcomes. We are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, sex, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Please do not hesitate to let us know if you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation.
Our Hiring Process
Kindly allow us up to 2 weeks to review your application. Providing both of our schedules align, the total hiring process should take 4-6 weeks total to wrap up.
- Application review
- Intro Call (45 Mins)
- Getting to know you – (Partner Assessment)
- Interview and Business Exercise