Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Main Responsibilities
- To work with key stakeholders on site to deliver an effective improvement plan for safety on site, implement UK best practice.
- Act as the appointed Competent Person for the site under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, being accountable for ensuring full compliance with all statutory health, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Key member of the Site Leadership Team at Lichfield supporting, promoting and delivering site management cohesion between transport, operations and all supporting functions to ensure delivery within customer and legal guidance.
- Develop and maintain up-to-date risk assessments, safe systems of work and control measures across all departments. Ensure that hazards are identified, assessed and effectively controlled, with risks reduced to as low as reasonably practicable.
- Own the site accident and incident investigation process, ensuring root causes are addressed and learnings shared.
- Align health, safety and environmental controls with food safety and quality requirements. Ensure that contractor management, chemical usage, and hygiene practices safeguard both workforce and food integrity. Collaborate closely with the Technical team to integrate safety into all food manufacturing processes.
- NEBOSH Diplomas (or working towards) or equivalent qualification.
- Proven HSE management experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
- Strong knowledge of UK health, safety and environmental legislation.
- Experience in accident investigation, audits, and compliance reporting.
- Excellent communication, influencing and leadership skills.
- Working knowledge and understanding of OHSAS 18001.
Florette is one of three UK food manufacturing sites within Agrial Fresh Produce Ltd, which is an autonomous part of the larger 17,500 employee strong French co-operative group, Agrial.
The business operates mainly under it's recognisable Florette salad brand and we are one of the UK's leading producers in the industry. Under the well-known Florette brand, our site processes and distributes pre-packed, ready to eat, fresh salad bags and bowls to some of the UK's most well-known supermarkets and retailers, as well as your favourite restaurants and fast food vendors. In total, we sell on average around 600,000kg of products every week - an unbe-leaf-able amount! Agrial has operations across 11 countries, with 100 industrial sites, and a 2024 turnover of €7.1bn across 5 food divisions which comprise of Beverage, Dairy, Meat, Fresh Produce & Agricultural operations; it's not just about lettuce! As well as 2 factories we also have a farming operation - Agrial Fresh Farms. All UK sites operate under the name of Agrial Fresh Produce Limited and fall under Agrial's vegetable division. We have a recipe for success through our EPIC values and working together as one team.
Next Steps
It's an exciting time to join our business as we look for new starters to join us to innovate in everything we do! We're looking for positive and driven people to join our professional team.
A salary package DOE, inclusion in our leadership annual bonus scheme and a range of employee benefits you'd expect from a market leading business, including:
- Life Assurance: 4x your basic salary paid to your nominated beneficiary.
- Employee Assistance Programme and BUPA: Providing a Remote GP service along with a 24/7 helpline for financial, legal, medical and life issues, as well as access to BUPA Membership.
- Annual leave entitlement: 33 days annual leave per annum inclusive of UK Bank Holidays which increases with service, as well as the option to purchase up to 2 additional working weeks of holiday per annum.
- Learning and Development: Personalised induction and regular learning and development courses and schemes: From L2 to L7 Funded Apprenticeships, Leadership Development Programme, First-Aid and MHFA Training, and many more!
- Benefits Platforms: Employee discount platform for multiple retailers and access to salary finance schemes for bicycles, gyms, and financial assistance.
- Other: Recognition awards, Regular Employee Engagement days, attendance incentives, an annual volunteering day, and subsidised staff transport service from Burton on Trent., Package £DOE, to include bonus and benefit scheme
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Health, Safety and Environmental Manager in Lichfield employer: Agrial Fresh Produce
Agrial Fresh Produce is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including life assurance and an Employee Assistance Programme, and ample opportunities for personal growth through funded training and apprenticeships, our Wigan site fosters a collaborative environment where team members can thrive. Join us to be part of a leading food manufacturing company that values innovation and teamwork, all while enjoying the convenience of our prime location near major transport links.
