HSE Advisor - Brighter Foods

The Hut Group; Tywyn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global ecommerce company is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to support day-to-day activities at their food manufacturing site. You will conduct inspections, assist with risk assessments, and promote a culture of safety. Ideal candidates have experience in HSE roles, particularly in manufacturing, and possess strong communication skills. Join us for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands

Access to onsite gym

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an HSE role in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage teams.
• Confident in delivering training and briefings.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of site-specific HSE policies.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and audits.
• Assist with risk assessments and incident investigations.

Skills

Health and safety legislation knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Training delivery

Tools

Microsoft Office

HSE management systems

Job description

We are THG, a global ecommerce group on a mission to be the global online leader in beauty and sports nutrition.

Our portfolio of leading retailers and brands such as LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, Perricone MD, and Cult Beauty form our two core businesses: THG Beauty and THG Nutrition.

From Manchester to New York, we’re powered by a team of over 2500 people who work together, lead by example, and think BIG.

With us, you’ll go further, faster.

About Central Functions

Central Functions is formed of the teams and people that serve the entire business. These people are integral to the smooth running of the business; ensuring everyone is paid on time, that materials are sourced and arrive promptly, that we meet our legal obligations and that our health, safety, and security is safeguarded.

About Health, Safety & Environment and the Role

The Health & Safety team ensure that we operate safe working environments for all THG employees and visitors. The team provide on-site support to ensure risks are managed in a timely fashion, as well as completing audits and checks to so the business meets all health, safety and environment-related legislative requirements.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Health and Safety Advisor to support the day-to-day health, safety, and environmental activities at our food manufacturing site at Brighter Foods. This role is key in promoting a strong safety culture on-site, ensuring that all employees operate in a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible manner.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of site-specific HSE policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and audits to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
• Assist with risk assessments, safe systems of work, and permit-to-work processes.
• Help investigate incidents and near-misses, ensuring accurate reporting and follow-up of corrective actions.
• Deliver HSE inductions, toolbox talks, and training sessions to promote safety awareness.
• Maintain accurate HSE records, including incident logs, training registers, and inspection reports.
• Monitor the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure availability and compliance.
• Support the HSE Manager in preparing reports and contributing to monthly HSE performance reviews.
• Engage with employees on safety initiatives and encourage proactive hazard reporting.
• Stay up-to-date with HSE legislation and best practice to advise operational teams effectively.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an HSE role, must be in a manufacturing environment (Ideally food manufacturing).
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and risk management principles.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and influence frontline teams.
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail and a proactive approach.
• Confident in delivering training and briefings to small groups.
• IT literate, with experience in using Microsoft Office and HSE management systems.
• Team player with a hands-on attitude and a passion for promoting workplace safety.

Benefits

• Access bespoke development programmes that have been designed and developed by our in-house L&D team.
• Continued development through our upskilling programme that is delivered in partnership with an industry-leading training provider.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Don’t want to work on your birthday? We don’t either! Enjoy your day off on us!
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service.
• Up to 10 days compassionate leave.
• Buy back up to 3 days each year.
• Access face-to-face and virtual appointments with our in-house GP.
• Access our in-house CBT therapist.
• Access our 247 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which is provided by Bupa.
• State-of-the-art on-site gym.
• Access to our on-site physio.
• Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme.
• Subsidised bus pass from Manchester City Centre to our ICON office.
• Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands.
• On-site staff shop.
• Access to on-site barber.
• Know someone who would be perfect for THG? Refer them and get up to £1000 when they pass their probation.
• Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service.

THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.