Health and Safety Manager
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading FMCG food manufacturing company, for an experienced Safety, Health and Environment Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation committed to building a strong quality and food safety culture while driving environmental sustainability initiatives.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the aspects of the company listed in responsibilities, ensuring that each element is well managed, understood and reported both within the organisation and to outside interested parties.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations including PUWER, Working at Height, Confined Space, Legionella, DSEAR, Fire Safety, and Manual Handling
Act as main point of contact for regulatory authorities (HSE, Fire Authority)
Lead company and site H&S meetings, ensuring action completion
Own and manage the risk assessment programme
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, implementing corrective actions
Coordinate accident reporting and RIDDOR submissions
Manage insurance company compliance requirements including Written Schemes
Conduct safety management system audits across all business areasHealth Management:
Support HR with health surveillance identification based on risk assessments
Manage occupational health clinics and maintain accurate records
Assist with individual health capability assessments for job roles
Regularly audit facilities to ensure health risks are properly managed
Support claims management through proper accident investigation
Environmental Management:
Monitor, record and report on energy usage across sites
Coordinate energy reduction improvement programmes
Maintain company environmental reporting (statutory and corporate)
Participate in Sustainability Team initiatives
Develop and improve Environmental Management SystemsPerson specification and experience:
Manufacturing background in FMCG or similar industry
Experience in food manufacturing or managing similar industrial risks e.g. PUWER, DSEAR, COSHH, Manual Handling etc.)
NEBOSH Diploma with professional body membership (IOSH/IEMA preferred). Ideally chartered status or working towards.
5+ years in senior safety management role with SHE responsibilities
Strong knowledge of key safety legislation and main industrial hazards
Experience developing Safety and Environmental Management Systems (ISO45001/ISO14001)
Experience working with external authorities (HSE, EHO)
Training and mentoring experience
Flexible approach to working hours to support 24/7 operations
Knowledge of environmental improvements and commercial aspects (ESOS/CCL)
Experience with sustainability targets (Net Zero, Waste Reporting)
Environmental permitting knowledge
Strong communication skills at all levels
- Team player with pragmatic yet structured approach Company Benefits:
Holidays: 25 days (increasing to 28 days with service).
Car Allowance
Additional Leave: Up to 10 extra days for long service milestones.
Pension: Group personal pension with 4% company contribution.
Life Cover: 3 x salary paid to your nominated beneficiary.
Maternity Pay: Occupational maternity pay plus SMP.
Accident Cover: Disability compensation payment.
Health & Wellbeing: BUPA & BUPA cash plan (individual or family).
Recognition: Employee Star Award.
Lunches & Drinks: Free lunch every day (valued at £700) + free drinks.
Social: Heavily subsidised sports & social events + annual company BBQ.
Additional Notes:
Location Disclosure: Please mention your location in your CV. Applications without location details may experience delays in processing.
Eligibility: Only applicants with UK residency and full visa status will be considered. Applications from those outside of the UK will not be shortlisted. If you plan to relocate, please mention this in your CV or cover letter