Head Of HSE And Sustainability

D R Newitt & Associates; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG Manufacturer in Somerset is seeking a Head of HSE & Sustainability to lead their health, safety, environmental, and sustainability strategy across operational sites. This senior role emphasizes compliance with UK legislation and requires proven leadership in HSE. The position offers a competitive salary, a strong benefits package, and the opportunity to shape strategic sustainability initiatives for the company.

Benefits

Competitive base salary + bonus

Strong benefits package including pension

Leadership position with strategic influence

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in HSE and sustainability.
• Strong working knowledge of UK HSE legislation, environmental permits, and ISO 14001.
• Experience working closely with regulatory bodies and certification schemes.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on delivery capability.
• Confident communicator and influencer at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver the company's HSE & sustainability vision.
• Lead and conduct scheduled environmental audits across all sites.
• Oversee EIA assessments and ensure environmental permit compliance.
• Manage and control the department budget.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 14001, ESOS, CCA and other certification frameworks.
• Provide technical support on wastewater treatment and environmental management.
• Ensure business accreditation for all environmental and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership in HSE and sustainability

UK HSE legislation knowledge

Experience with regulatory bodies

Strategic thinking

Effective communication

Job description

Head of HSE & Sustainability

Somerset, UK

Manufacturing

I am exclusively partnering with a leading FMCG Manufacturer who are looking for a Head of HSE & Sustainability to lead their health, safety, environmental and sustainability strategy across their operational sites. This is a high‑profile leadership role, reporting at a senior level, with the autonomy and backing to shape the future of the company’s culture and impact.

With an established Health & Safety team already in place, this role will have a strong emphasis on driving the Environmental and Sustainability strategy across the business. It’s an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals in this field who are ready to step up into a senior, autonomous leadership position with real influence and impact.

The Opportunity

• Manage and deliver the company's HSE & sustainability vision, ensuring full compliance with UK legislation.
• Lead and conduct scheduled environmental audits across all sites.
• Oversee EIA assessments and ensure environmental permit compliance, including all reporting.
• Manage and control the department budget.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 14001, ESOS, CCA and other relevant certification frameworks.
• Provide technical support on wastewater treatment and environmental management.
• Ensure the business remains accreditation‑ready for all environmental, sustainability and health & safety standards.

About You

• Proven leadership in HSE and sustainability.
• Strong working knowledge of UK HSE legislation, environmental permits, and ISO 14001.
• Experience working closely with regulatory bodies and certification schemes.
• Strategic thinker with hands‑on delivery capability.
• Confident communicator and influencer at all levels.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary + bonus.
• Strong benefits package (including pension, holiday, and healthcare).
• Leadership position with strategic influence.
• Real scope to shape sustainability and safety strategy across the group.
• A company fully committed to responsible growth and net zero goals.