Health & Safety Manager Welwyn Garden City 37hpw

Position: Food Health and Safety Manager

Location: Welwyn Garden City

Hours: Monday – Friday, 37hpw

Salary Range: £47,720 – £51,848 (based on experience)

HCL is committed to the highest standards of health, safety, and food safety for our employees and customers. Food safety is a top priority in this role, ensuring the highest levels of compliance in allergy management, hygiene, and catering operations. The Health and Safety Manager will develop, implement, and maintain robust food safety policies and procedures while also leading ISO 9001/14001 accreditation audits and governance.

Ensuring a safe working environment across all catering operations and office sites, this role supports the Training and Standards Manager in delivering professional qualifications. The Health and Safety Manager will be the face of people and food safety within our organisation, driving a culture of excellence in food safety and hygiene.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Health, or a related field.
• NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent (Diploma Level 6 preferred).
• Proven experience in health & safety management, with a strong background in food safety and catering compliance.
• Strong knowledge of food safety legislation, allergy management, and HACCP principles.
• Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering.
• Experience with ISO 9001 & 14001 audits.

Person Specification:

• Extensive knowledge of food safety regulations,allergen management, and catering industry compliance.
• Strong communication and training abilities, with experience in delivering food safety training.
• Organisational skills with experience managing multiple priorities in food-related environments.
• IT proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Power BI.
• Familiarity with audits, particularly ISO 9001/14001 and food hygiene standards.
• Ability to work across multiple catering sites and travel as required.
• Experience in the education sector is desirable.

Main Duties:

• Develop and implement health and food safety policies in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards, with a strong emphasis on allergen management and food hygiene.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits, particularly in food handling areas, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
• Provide training on health, food safety, emergency procedures, and PPE use, ensuring staff are fully equipped with best practices for food handling and allergen management.
• Investigate incidents, especially food and allergy-related cases, implementing corrective actions and driving continuous improvement in food safety standards.
• Ensure all catering facilities, equipment, and processes meet and exceed food safety regulations.
• Liaise with external agencies and regulatory bodies to maintain strict compliance with health and food safety legislation.
• Maintain accurate records, including food safety inspections, allergen management reports, incident reports, and RIDDOR reporting.
• Promote a strong food safety culture through proactive initiatives and continuous staff engagement.
• Collaborate with procurement, training, and operational teams to ensure compliance with PPE and food safety regulations, ensuring all food safety measures are integrated into daily operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and enforce health and food safety policies with a strong focus on food hygiene and allergen control.
• Conduct risk assessments, focusing on food preparation and handling areas, and oversee ISO 9001/14001 governance.
• Provide specialist food safety training, ensuring all staff are compliant with best practices and legal requirements.
• Investigate and report on food and allergy-related incidents, implementing preventative measures to mitigate risks.
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety regulations, driving high standards across catering operations.
• Maintain health surveillance for employees, particularly in catering roles, ensuring food safety protocols are upheld.
• Keep accurate records and support continuous improvement initiatives, particularly in food hygiene and allergen management.
• Work collaboratively across departments to enhance food safety awareness and best practices.

These responsibilities ensure that the Health and Safety Manager plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe and compliant working environment for employees at HCL.

The duties and responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present. The post holder is expected to accept any reasonable alterations that may from time to time be necessary.

Additional Information:

• Business-use vehicle insurance required for travel across Hertfordshire and surrounding counties.
• Pension scheme, employee assistance programme, and rewards schemes.
• Learning & development opportunities.

How to Apply:

If you're the right fit for this role, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now!

This role requires a DBS check and confirmation of your right to work in the UK.

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