Safety & Wellbeing Manager

We’re working towards an ambitious future, one we want to build together with all our colleagues. This is why we are looking for an exceptional Safety & Wellbeing Manager
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As a key member of the Canadian Leadership Team, the Safety & Wellbeing Manager will be critical to the strategic and operational development of the IT function during the start-up and ramp-up of Hilton Foods Canada.

This role is critical in building a high-performing, engaged, safe and inclusive workforce that supports the company’s growth and operational excellence.

This role is at the heart of driving our business capability and building a fantastic environment for all our colleagues.

This is a role in which you can influence, bring new ideas and develop the Hilton Foods Canada operation in our organisation. You will bring a passion for continually improving operational performance and people capability on our brand-new site in Canada.

The Safety & Wellbeing Manager is responsible for partnering with managers and our people to create and maintain a safe working environment that supports positive employee wellbeing. The role protects the Hilton Food brand and reputation by ensuring our sites are safe and meet local legal and audit requirements.

• To develop, implement, monitor and review health, safety & Wellbeing strategies, policies, procedures, risk assessments and safe working practices in line with company Safety Framework

• Coach and develop management at all levels in their awareness, capability and engagement to build a strong safety and wellbeing environment and culture.

• To develop and coach health and safety team to ensure adequate and suitable succession plan is in place

• To ensure the provision of clear, consistent, relevant and timely health, safety and wellbeing advice, guidance and operational support on all health, safety and wellbeing matters

• To promote a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture and improve health, safety performance.

• To respond to any safety concerns raised by employees, managers, safety representatives, visitors, contractors or members of the public

• To liaise with the health and safety authority and any other 3rd Party on all matters pertaining to health and safety

• To manage and further develop the safety management system

• To assist in the identification of training needs for employees, develop and deliver training as required

• To support managers in the carrying out of risk assessments where required

• To ensure a workable communication framework is in place to facilitate the flow of health, safety and wellbeing information throughout the company

• To undertake audits and to carry out workplace inspections to proactively identify where health, safety and wellbeing practices may be improved

• To investigate, or where appropriate, support managers in the investigation into circumstances or causes of accidents and take necessary steps to prevent reoccurrence

• To analyse accident, incident and hazard reporting statistics and recommend intervention strategies

• Prepare health and safety reports and statistical performance data as required

• Take account of and ensure that all policies and procedures are compatible with current health and safety legislation

• To develop and maintain effective working relationships with all departments at all levels

• Take an active role in any company projects or initiatives which will improve health, safety and wellbeing

• Active engagement with the factory floor to achieve relevant legislative or company safety standards

• Commitment to resolving health, safety and wellbeing issues through communication and practical means

• Carrying out workplace inspections and implementing any actions or improvements

• Chairing Safety meetings at all levels of the business

• Actively participating in Hilton Foods and local site H&S initiatives and meetings

• Some previous exposure to working within a global multi sited business
• Previous experience / exposure in FMCG within the food industry desirable
• Working knowledge and understanding of incident investigation (best practice)
• Experience of managing and…