EHS Assistant Manager

Kellanova; Pendik; On-site; TRY 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellanova Co is seeking an Assistant Manager - HSE to lead the development and maintenance of a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace across our manufacturing sites in Marmara region. You will drive KPI reporting, risk mitigation, audits, and training programs to uphold ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 standards while partnering with local and regional teams.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of HSE exp, excellent English, and strong leadership to coordinate cross-functional actions,

Qualifications

• University degree in Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering disciplines.
• At least 3 years of hands-on HSE experience in manufacturing or FMCG environments.
• Proven leadership and project coordination across functions.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and local regulations; Occupational Safety Certificate a plus.
• Experience with Hygienic Design, Wastewater treatment, and fire safety infrastructure.
• Advanced English; proficient in MS Office and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Track and report HSE KPIs monthly to local and regional teams.
• Communicate policy changes, safety alerts, and incidents to promote proactive safety.
• Develop and execute HSE training programs and awareness events.
• Lead internal HSE audits and site tours, enforce safety procedures.
• Execute risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and Hygienic Design standards.
• Oversee budgets for HSE maintenance and projects.
• Provide coaching on HSE and QFS incident elimination processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Teamwork

Education

University degree in Environmental or Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Purpose of the role:

The Assistant Manager -HSE is responsible for creating, establishing, and sustaining a healthy, safe, and environmentally friendly working environment for all employees within the framework of legal obligations and company standards.

A Taste of What You'll be doing:

• KPI Tracking & Reporting - Measure and track HSE Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) on a monthly basis, reporting scorecards to local and regional teams.
• HSE Communication & Awareness - Communicate all HSE matters, policy changes, safety alerts, and incidents to foster a proactive safety culture.
• Training & Onboarding - Develop and execute the plant HSE training agenda, leading all awareness events to drive performance targets.
• Governance & Audits - Lead internal HSE audits, organize regular site tours, and strictly execute safety procedures as aligned with the central agenda.
• Risk Management & Mitigation - Execute plant risk mitigation plans, prioritize actions based on risk assessments, and report performance outcomes.
• Policy Compliance & Discipline - Monitor plant-wide safety compliance and enforce accountability through the HSE disciplinary matrix when necessary.
• HSE Infrastructure Management - Ensure operational efficiency and full compliance of critical plant systems, including firefighting and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Incident Elimination & Coaching - Actively participate in HSE and QFS Incident Elimination processes (DMS/DDS), conducting daily Safety Seven/G6 walks and providing one-on-one coaching to associates.
• Resource Optimization & Priorities - Provide oversight for HSE action plan prioritization, ensuring required resources are allocated to meet company sustainability and compliance goals.
• Standards & Certification Alignment - Ensure all plant operations strictly comply with Food Safety, HSE, OHSAS, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and Hygienic Design standards.
• Budget & Project Execution - Control and lead HSE maintenance/project budgets, ensuring timely delivery within technical scopes and purchasing/inventory guidelines.
• Responsible for maintaining the fire fighting and wastewater treatment performance.
• Understand and adhere to the key occupational HSE and QFS priorities, policies, and sustainability goals in our facilities and actively push all associates to understand and adhere to them.
• Ensure the provision of resources and compliance with Mars's key HSE and OFS program requirements and support the implementation of corrective actions to ensure that employees understand and comply with the procedures required for each program.
• Provides oversight to HSE and QFS action plan prioritization and implementation and assures the appropriate resources are available to enable success reporting all necessary scorecards to local and regional teams.
• Following controls of purchasing, inventory and spare parts needed

Your Recipe for Success:

• Educational Background: University degree in Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering disciplines.
• Professional Experience: Minimum 3+ years of hands-on HSE experience, preferably in a multinational manufacturing or FMCG plant environment.
• Managerial & Leadership Capabilities: Proven track record in leading teams, project management, and coordinating action plans across functions.
• Standards & Regulations: Deep understanding of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and local Health, Safety, and Environmental legal regulations (valid Occupational Safety Certificate - C or B Class is a plus).
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with Hygienic Design, Wastewater Treatment systems, and Fire Safety infrastructure.
• Language & IT Skills: Advanced English (written and verbal); proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and reporting tools.
• Analytical & Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving capabilities, strategic decision-making, excellent cross-departmental communication, and a strong team-player mindset.