Health and Safety Manager

Britvic; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Britvic in Dublin is seeking a Senior Leader to oversee Health, Safety, Environmental, and Facilities management. This role ensures compliance with HSE standards and drives a proactive safety culture across operations.

With over 10 years of experience in Health and Safety management, the ideal candidate will influence senior stakeholders, lead teams, and manage budgets effectively. A passion for innovation and sustainability is essential for success in this vibrant team environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in Health, Safety, and estates management.
• Experience in conducting audits and managing compliance risks.
• Strong understanding of FMCG operations.

Responsibilities

• Champion the Group Health, Safety & Environmental strategy.
• Lead development and execution of site-specific HSE strategies.
• Ensure compliance with Ireland HSE legislation.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Leadership

Budget Management

Audit and Compliance

Education

Occupational Health & Safety Qualification

Professional Certification (CFM, PMP, CEng)

Job description

At Britvic Ireland - Part of the Carlsberg Group, we're all about creating and sharing amazing soft drinks. Our iconic brands like Ballygowan, Club Orange, Miwadi, Energise, TK, and Cidona have been loved for generations. We also partner with PepsiCo to bring you favourites like Pepsi, 7UP, and Lipton.

We're always innovating and evolving, staying true to our vision of being the most dynamic soft drinks company, creating a better tomorrow. With over 240 years of history, our brands are rooted in authenticity and heritage. Our success is driven by the passion of our people, and we foster an environment where everyone can thrive and grow and truly be themselves.

As we embark on this exciting new chapter under the Carlsberg Group, our purpose remains clear: striving for perfection, focusing on research and innovation, listening to our consumers, and driving sustainability to make a positive impact on society.

Job Overview

This senior leadership role combines strategic oversight of Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE) and Facilities & Estates management across Britvic Ireland’s operations.

This role leads the implementation of Britvic Irelands Health & Safety standards, tools, and processes across Ireland, ensuring alignment with regional and global strategies in a standardised approach. Acting as a strategic partner to Leadership Team, driving continuous improvement, legal compliance, and a proactive safety culture, in all facilities. Representing the Ireland within the wider Health & Safety community and support the Integrated Supply Chain Director.

This role is a key member of the Irelands Supply Chain Leadership Team, working in close collaboration with the Integrated Supply Chain Director to ensure strategic alignment and operational excellence across all functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion the Group Health, Safety & Environmental strategy across Ireland, aligning with business objectives and creating a clear roadmap for execution.
• Lead the development and execution of site‑specific HSE strategies and objectives.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Ireland HSE legislation, conducting self‑assessments and audits in line with ISO standards.
• Own and manage the HS budget and resource planning for the HSE.
• Drive the implementation of integrated HSE management systems and ISO certifications.
• Lead internal audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations, ensuring root cause analyses are thorough and corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain oversight of all safety, health, systems across production sites.
• Exercise stop‑work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Champion a positive safety culture through leadership, training, and engagement.
• Design and lead safety culture and leadership programmes across organization.
• Support functional heads in HSE‑related OPEX and CAPEX projects.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for the management and development of our facilities and estates, in line with organizational and management objectives.
• Oversee the day‑to‑day management of our facilities, including building and ground maintenance, repairs, and refurbishments.
• Manage the upkeep and maintenance of our estates, including grounds, buildings, and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards, including Building Regulations, Health and Safety, Fire Safety, and Environmental regulations.
• Manage projects related to facilities and estates, including refurbishments, renovations, and new builds. Aid other company projects as required.
• Manage the procurement of goods and services related to facilities and estates, ensuring value for money and compliance with organisational policies.
• Identify and manage risks related to facilities and estates, including health and safety risks, financial risks, and reputational risks.

Requirements

• A proven track record of Health, Safety and Estate Management.
• Ideally 10 years' experience in Health, Safety and estates management, with experience of managing budgets, leading teams, and working with stakeholders.
• Sound understanding of end‑to‑end FMCG operations.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Experience in conducting and managing audits across multiple domains, including Risk Assessments (identifying, evaluating, and mitigating operational and compliance risks within facilities and estates).
• QSE Audits and Security Audits (assessing physical and procedural security measures to safeguard assets, personnel, and infrastructure).

Key Behaviours

• Experience of influencing at a senior level.
• Inspiring and engaging leadership style.
• Passion and integrity - drives and lives the winning behaviors.
• Ability to think strategically and build long term strategic plans.

Education/Qualifications

• Third level Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering qualification or similar (Building Services – Facilities Management – Industrial – Engineering).
• Professional certifications such as CFM, PMP, or CEng.