At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead health and safety initiatives in a dynamic food manufacturing environment.
- Company: Bradburys, a top UK food business known for quality cheese.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 33 days leave, pension, gym discounts, and more.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Qualifications: NEBOSH General Certificate and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Office based in Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ). Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Bradburys is a leading UK food business providing quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe. We are looking for an enthusiastic, competent Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to help us maintain the highest Health & Safety practices and procedures across our busy manufacturing facility.
Role Purpose: To develop, implement, monitor, and continuously improve the organisation's environmental, health, and safety policies and systems. The role ensures legal compliance, reduces risk, promotes safe working practices, and strengthens the company's overall safety culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Health & Safety: Develop and maintain the organisation's Health & Safety management system. Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and audits. Deliver induction and refresher safety training for employees and contractors. Monitor PPE usage, safety signage, and safe systems of work. Lead emergency preparedness planning (fire drills, first aid arrangements, evacuation procedures).
- Environmental Management: Support ISO 14001 or other environmental management systems (if applicable). Monitor waste streams, emissions, and environmental compliance. Lead sustainability initiatives (energy reduction, recycling, environmental impact reduction). Liaise with regulators (Environment Agency, local authorities). Collaborate with managers and staff to identify hazards and improve safety practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Essential: NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent). Strong communication, investigation, and report-writing skills.
- Desirable: NEBOSH Diploma or working towards it. Environmental qualification (IEMA Foundation Certificate). Experience in manufacturing, construction, logistics, or similar high-risk environments.
Key Competencies: Risk management, incident investigation, coaching and training, stakeholder engagement, analytical thinking, continuous improvement mindset.
Benefits include competitive salary, 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), company pension, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, store discounts, full EAP system, company staff shop, and free on-site parking.
Safety Manager -Environmental Health Specialist (Permanent) employer: Bradburys Cheese
Bradburys is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and a range of benefits including a company pension and discounted gym memberships, we foster an environment where our staff can thrive. Located in the picturesque town of Buxton, Derbyshire, our commitment to health and safety ensures that you will play a vital role in enhancing our safety culture while enjoying a fulfilling career in the food industry.
