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Safety And Compliance Manager

Compass Group UK & Ireland

Canterbury

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 65,000

Full time

20 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HSE Manager to ensure the effective delivery of health, safety, and environmental initiatives. This role involves acting as a key liaison between operations and management, promoting HSE compliance, and supporting teams in navigating regulatory challenges. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in regulatory enforcement, particularly within the commercial sector, and a proven ability to influence and motivate others. Join a company that values diversity and empowers its employees to thrive in their careers while making a significant impact on health and safety standards across the UK and Ireland.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme
Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
Digital GP access
Travel discounts
Food shop discounts
Cinema ticket discounts
Cash rewards
Wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in regulatory enforcement and HSE at senior management level.
  • Ability to influence and motivate teams while managing budgets.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver HSE strategies and ensure compliance across the business sector.
  • Act as a coach and mentor, supporting line managers with regulatory issues.

Skills

Regulatory enforcement
HSE knowledge
OSHA reporting
Influencing skills
Coaching skills
Change management

Education

Experience in senior management
Experience in the energy sector

Job description

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Job Introduction

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Overall Purpose of the Role

The primary role of the HSE Manager is to act as a conduit between the company and its operations by making sure that HSE is being fully delivered. The HSE Manager is also responsible for rolling out initiatives and cascading information, systems etc in a systematic and timely way into their business sector in addition to making sure HS & E operates consistently and achieves the company's, clients and customers expectations. The HSE Manager will also be required to act as a coach and mentor to his or her direct reports and communicate all issues regarding HSE to the Head of HSE. The Manager must also provide support for any regulatory issues line managers may have. The role will from time to time involve project work/research and the HSE Manager will be expected to take a functional lead for Health & Safety, Food Safety or Environment as required by the HSE Director and Lead as well as supporting the Heads of Compliance/HSE Director in their absence.

Key Accountabilities

  • Contribute to and deliver HSE strategies, systems and procedures at all levels
  • Single point of contact for HSE within their relevant Segment
  • Ensure HSE team are appropriately supported in the delivery of HSE
  • Maintain awareness of legislative, technical changes and ensure that information is disseminated as required to business sector leadership, HSE managers and are supported to ensure compliance
  • Carry out regular reviews with direct reports
  • Day to day contact Auditors, In-country/Unit managers, Contractors, Project and Line Management
  • Work within a framework to ensure teams are communicated with and appraised of relevant HSE issues
  • Work closely with the HSE director to promote HSE across the UK & Ireland division
  • Liaise with outside agencies (e.g. local government) to promote the delivery of HSE

Person Specification

  • Lengthy experience of regulatory enforcement and experience working in the commercial sector at senior management level with specific knowledge of HSE and OSHA reporting
  • Experience of the energy sector would be desirable
  • Knowledge and/or experience of large projects and/or experience of working in facilities management
  • Proven ability to influence, coach and motivate others
  • An ability to effect change at all levels and work within tight budget constraints is an essential
  • Travel will be expected

About Us

Job Reference: com/0304/555300/52724889/R/SU

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

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