Vacancy InformationWe have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior SHE Manager to join Greggs and lead the development and delivery of our Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) strategy. You'll play a key role in ensuring effective governance, risk management and compliance, while helping to create a safe, healthy and sustainable environment for our colleagues, customers and wider business. Working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, you'll provide leadership and expert guidance on all aspects of SHE.
You'll ensure that SHE principles are embedded into decision-making, business planning and operational activity, supporting both day-to-day performance and future growth. As Greggs' lead SHE specialist, you'll oversee our SHE Management System, drive a positive safety culture and support continuous improvement across the business.
You'll combine strong technical expertise with practical experience to deliver effective, commercially balanced solutions in a complex operational environment. We can offer you: Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 17.5% of your salaryPension scheme with matching employer contributions up to 7%Company car or car allowanceColleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced productsProfit share - We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our colleagues who have at least 6-month service, or more, each year25 days (5 weeks) annual leave, pro-rated, increasing with service (in addition to bank holidays), plus 1 additional floating dayThe opportunity to purchase additional annual leave twice a yearColleague share plans, giving you the opportunity to save and invest in Greggs, with the chance to buy Greggs shares at a discounted ratePrivate Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsidised for your dependantsIncome Protection should you become unable to work due to long-term sicknessDeath in service benefit which provides a lump-sum payment equal to 4 times your year's salaryVirtual GP, Physiotherapy and Lifestyle Consultations - we provide access to a fantastic total wellbeing app for you and your familyEmployee Assistance Programme - we provide all colleagues with access to an EAP helpline providing mental health support as well as financial and legal supportSavings and discounts, including digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in-store and online coupons and lifestyle offersCareer progression and learning and development opportunitiesA company who cares about our communities; the environment and being a better business!
Click here to read about The Greggs PledgeColleague Networks - internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, and provide support to one anotherAbout the roleThis is a full-time role, however flexibility in this will be consideredWe know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their roleThe base location for this role is Newcastle Upon TyneWhat you'll doLead and evolve Greggs' SHE strategy, ensuring Safety, Health and Environment priorities support business growth, operational excellence and industry best practice.
Oversee the SHE Management System, ensuring effective governance, compliance, assurance and risk control arrangements are embedded across the business.
Provide expert leadership on SHE legislation, regulatory requirements and industry best practice, ensuring a practical and proportionate approach to compliance and risk management.
Drive continuous improvement in SHE performance through effective reporting, data-led insight, incident management and targeted interventions.
Maintain oversight of the Company's SHE risk profile, ensuring key risks are effectively managed and organisational learning is embedded to strengthen resilienceLead and develop ahigh-performing SHE function and wider SHE community, building organisational capability, ownership and accountability to ensure Greggs are equipped to deliver our SHE priorities.
Represent Greggs externally on SHE matters, building strong relationships with regulators, industry bodies and other key stakeholdersPartner with stakeholders across the business to provide trusted advice, influence decision-making and drive continuous improvement in SHE performanceProvide leadership to the SHE team and wider SHE community, developing capability and ensuring the function remains equipped to support business needsAbout youYou will fit right into this role if you: Are a Chartered member of IOSH (CMIOSH)with extensive experience leading Safety, Health and Environment programmes within a complex, multi-site organisationHave expert knowledge of UK health, safety and environmental legislation, with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical, commercially effective solutionsBring significant experience of managing SHE risks across manufacturing, logistics and retail environments, including engineering, contractor and operational safetyHave a strong understanding of recognised management systems(including ISO 45001 and ISO 14001), risk management principles, compliance frameworks and regulatory engagementAre highly credible when working with senior stakeholders, able to provide sound judgement, influence decision-making and constructively challenge where neededUse data, insight and trend analysis to drive performance, identify emerging risks and support business planning and prioritisationAre confident leading through complex incidents and high-pressure situations, balancing legal compliance, risk reduction and operational practicalityAre passionate about developing capability, accountability and a positive safety culture, inspiring others to deliver high standards across the businessAbout GreggsHere at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes us so special is out culture - how we behave and support each other. Everyone's welcome at Greggs. Whatever their background, preferences or beliefs we want all of our colleagues to feel welcome and able to be themselves at work. You can read more about us here: Greggs Careers | About Greggs.
Salary
Up to 80,000, depending on experience
Frequency
Annual
Job Reference
greggs/TP/5783/60499
Contract Type
Permanent
Contract Details
Monday to Friday, however some flexibility may be required depending on business needs
Contract Hours
Full time
Closing Date
21 October, 2026
Job Category
Head Office
Business Unit
Corporate
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Posted on
28 July, 2026
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At Greggs, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that champions innovation and collaboration. As the Head of Data & AI, you will not only lead transformative initiatives but also benefit from a comprehensive management bonus scheme, generous annual leave, and extensive career development opportunities, all while being part of a company that values community and sustainability. Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, you'll enjoy a supportive environment that prioritises work-life balance and employee wellbeing, making Greggs an exceptional place to grow your career.
