SHE Manager

The Flavour Network; South Kirkby; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food manufacturing company in Yorkshire is seeking an experienced SHE Manager to oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance. As a key leadership role, you will manage day-to-day HSE functions, develop training programs, and ensure adherence to legislation. The ideal candidate will possess a NEBOSH General Certificate and strong leadership skills, along with a commitment to health and safety. If you are proactive and thrive in a food manufacturing environment, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail and food manufacturing sectors is essential.
• Must be self-motivated, focused, and able to work independently.
• Ability to persuade and methodically approach problems.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Health, Safety and Environmental functions.
• Develop and deliver HSE training and create SOPs.
• Monitor site health and safety strategies through inspections.
• Conduct regular site walk-arounds to ensure compliance.
• Lead monthly safety committee meetings.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Environmental knowledge and experience

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Job Title: SHE Manager (Immediate start available)

Salary: £Competitive (DOE)

Location: Yorkshire // On‑site

Type: Permanent Contract // Full Time Hours (Monday to Friday)

Applicants must have current eligibility to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Overview

The Flavour Network are recruiting an experienced SHE Manager to join a well‑established Food Manufacturer in Yorkshire. This is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing Health, Safety and Environmental compliance across the site. Reporting to the Site Director, the role is ideal for a proactive professional with strong leadership skills and a thorough knowledge of HSE legislation, environmental compliance, and training development in a food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day Health, Safety and Environmental functions in line with legislative (HSE) requirements and company policies.
• Work alongside the Training Manager to develop and deliver HSE training and assist in creating SOPs.
• Maintain compliance with the Environmental Policy and procedures.
• Establish and maintain standards, processes, communications, training, and systems to ensure all elements of HSE remain compliant.
• Monitor site health and safety strategies through inspections, audits, and risk assessment updates, including COSHH.
• Support area managers with accident investigations, determining root causes and implementing improvements.
• Conduct regular site walk‑arounds to ensure safety, compliance with site rules, and address non‑conformance.
• Lead monthly safety committee meetings and provide safety guidance.
• Develop and update risk assessments, coordinating with relevant site teams.
• Develop and deliver staff and contractor training, inductions, and workshops on health and safety issues.
• Carry out additional tasks as required by the Site Director to fully deliver the SHE Manager role.

Essential Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate
• Environmental knowledge and experience
• Leadership skills with experience motivating teams
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in retail and food manufacturing sectors

Personal Traits

• Self‑motivated, focused, and able to work independently
• Team player and team builder
• Persuasive and methodical
• Reliable and resilient under pressure
• Actively committed to health and safety