Senior HSE Leader - On-Site, Travel-Friendly

FMCG Exec; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Benefits package

Job summary

FMCG Exec in Newark on Trent is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to drive a safety-first culture across our sites. You will be on-site, provide expert guidance to operations, and lead continual improvements in safety behaviours.

You will investigate incidents, manage RIDDOR reporting, deliver training, and ensure compliance with legislation and policy. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays, are essential.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Level 5 Diploma (or equivalent) is required.
• Chartered IOSH status or progression towards Chartered membership.
• Experience in health and safety within operational environments (food manufacturing, agriculture, or distribution).
• Solid knowledge of health and safety legislation, RIDDOR and auditing.
• Excellent communication, coaching and influencing abilities.
• Autonomy with strong time management and problem-solving skills.
• Hold a Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a proactive, safety-first culture across sites.
• Provide expert advice and support to operations and management teams.
• Conduct safety walks, audits, and peer reviews across locations.
• Investigate incidents and complete RIDDOR reporting with corrective actions.
• Deliver and evaluate health and safety training across levels.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, company policy and best practices.
• Support continuous improvement through data analysis and risk-based decisions.
• Build strong collaborative relationships across functions and sites.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Influencing

Time management

Autonomy

Driving licence

Education

NEBOSH Level 5 Diploma (or equivalent)

Chartered IOSH (or working towards)

Job description

FMCG Exec in Newark on Trent is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to drive a safety-first culture across our sites. You will be on-site, provide expert guidance to operations, and lead continual improvements in safety behaviours.

You will investigate incidents, manage RIDDOR reporting, deliver training, and ensure compliance with legislation and policy. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays, are essential.