Health, Safety & Environmental Manager

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role To provide Health, Safety and Environmental advice and guidance to the site to ensure compliance with the health and safety law as required by Regulation 7 of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations1999: ISO14001:  Group H& S Policies and local H & S Policies and procedures.  In order to achieve an environment of empowered and engaged teams leading to a zero harm workplace. Main Responsibilities Drive a culture of Safety First through effective engagement strategy with all colleagues. Create a coherent site Safety Deployment plan in support of the requirements below. Monitor the effectiveness of the Group H&S Policy, recommending changes and additions where necessary, and the provision of advice to employees. Facilitate and manage the ISO14001 Environmental Management System. Monitor performance against Environmental accreditation requirements and ensure legal compliance and drive environmental improvements. Ensure all safety records are maintained. Ensure that accident investigation is carried out by the appropriate departmental/line manager with a view to preventing similar occurrences in the future. Stop any plant, machinery or activity where there is a danger to a person or persons or damage to premises or equipment is foreseeable. Ensure that the Company\’s obligations in respect of risk assessment, SSOW, control and monitoring of hazardous substances, workplace, work equipment, manual-handling operations, personal protective equipment and display screen equipment are being strictly adhered to. Establish procedures to be followed in case of emergency evacuation i.e. Fire, Gas or other emergency at the plant. Liaise with enforcing authorities and any appointed consultants. The ability to create strategies and plans in order to support the Leadership and senior management team in developing an empowered and engaging, codependent site health and safety culture. Ability to prioritise activities and confidence to stop manufacturing processes should the need arise. Carry out training in all aspects of Safety that the UK Safety Director deem is capable of being undertaken by the post holder, liaise with Managers and external trainers on the quality and content of the training to be provided. Carry out periodic safety inspections and safety audits to identify unsafe plant, working conditions and practices. To report to the management team on the findings of such inspections and make recommendations for remedying any defects found. Keep abreast of changing legislation pertinent to the corrugating industry and associated areas. As budget owner, manage costs to be in line with agreed departmental budgets including planning activities within budget constraints. Assist in the development of effective policies and procedures Promote Company HS&E initiatives and promote a positive culture Provide competent HS&E advice and information upon request Liaise with safety representatives and enforcement authorities as required Undertake basic safety training and core safety briefs Ensure all statistical information is presented in a comprehensible and logical manner Ensure all data is communicated to the relevant persons meeting target deadlines Skills, Knowledge and Experience A minimum requirement of a NEBOSH General Certificate in Health & Safety and prepared to study towards a NEBOSH Diploma Experience as a Health & Safety Manager ideally in the manufacturing industry Experience in managing and delivering ISO14001 Environmental Management system Have good communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills Be able to coach & train others Ensure up to date knowledge of best practice within the HSE arena Excellent organisation and lean administration skills Good communication skills, written and verbal Problem solving and root-cause, corrective action planning capability Flexibility to travel as needed for site visits and training. Valid driver’s license. What We Offer Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme Ongoing training and development opportunities 24/7 confidential support for you and your family Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer) Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together. Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job