Head of Health, Safety & Environmental

Salary:
Up to £95,000 + Benefits (Healthcare, Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension)

Location:

Central with regular travel to sites

Are you ready to lead a strategic, company-wide HSE programme that truly makes a difference?

Do you have the expertise to shape a proactive safety culture across multiple operational sites?

This senior role reports directly to the Manufacturing Director and is responsible for developing and implementing the HSE strategy, ensuring compliance, and fostering a safety-first environment.

• Leading the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of the HSE strategy across all sites.
• Providing expert guidance on legislation, risk management, and best practices to senior leadership.
• Overseeing HSE systems, audits, and compliance activities, including ISO standards.
• Building a high-performing HSE team through coaching, development, and capability enhancement.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to embed safety and environmental responsibilities into operations.

• Proven experience in FMCG or fast-paced operational environments, with a strong understanding of UK HSE legislation.
• Demonstrated leadership in shaping safety cultures and delivering measurable improvements.
• NEBOSH Diploma and environmental qualifications are preferred;
  Chartered IOSH membership is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and motivate at all levels.

This is a senior leadership opportunity offering a competitive package, alongside the opportunity to shape HSE strategy across a multi-site operational business.

• Salary: Up to £95,000
• Healthcare: Family healthcare cover
• Car Allowance: £9,000 per annum, or equivalent cash allowance
• Bonus: Target bonus of 20% of salary
• Pension: Employer Pension Plan with employer contribution matching up to 7% of salary, with a minimum employer contribution of 4.5%
• Holiday: 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service after 5 years
• Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive health assessment available every two years

Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to safety, sustainability, and diversity. Grow your career in a supportive, inclusive culture where you can truly make a difference.

Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.