SHE Manager

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 for the SHE Manager:

• 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 for the SHE Manager:

• 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 of the SHE Manager:

• 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