At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct SHE audits, maintain health & safety standards, and lead accident investigations.
- Company: Join IPL Sittingbourne's dynamic onsite operations team in fresh produce packing.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, annual bonus, 33 days leave, and enhanced pension scheme.
- Other info: Flexible work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on health & safety in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: NEBOSH General Certificate required; experience in FMCG or food manufacturing preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Join Our Dynamic Onsite Operations Team at IPL Sittingbourne. We are seeking a Specialist - SHE & Compliance to become a vital part of our onsite Health & Safety Team at our Fresh Produce packing facility in Sittingbourne. If you are passionate about production and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this role is a good fit.
Position Details
- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
- Location: IPL Sittingbourne - Site Based Role
- Contract Type: Permanent
Your key responsibilities
- Undertake SHE audits to validate KPIs with key stakeholders; ensure internal/external metrics and full compliance are adhered to; present findings and recommendations for improvements and any procedural or legislative changes.
- Maintain accreditations to internal and external Health & Safety standards and support the Senior Operations Manager with strategies to cascade to key stakeholders, driving continuous improvement towards world-class standards.
- Maintain and update the site’s Health & Safety policies and procedures; communicate with key stakeholders.
- Support the First Aid provision for the site to meet legal requirements for cover and training.
- Ensure all key stakeholders are trained to complete accident investigations and assist in investigations; lead investigations in high-potential incidents/accidents.
- Provide consultative information and advice on SHE safety to all key stakeholders.
- Implement and coordinate initiatives that reduce the risk of accidents and incidents through effective communications, campaigns and best practice.
Qualifications and experience
- NEBOSH General Certificate (essential); NEBOSH Diploma and NEBOSH Environmental (preferred).
- Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience in FMCG or food manufacturing.
- ISO 45001 and/or 14001 Lead Auditor qualification.
- Proven Health & Safety leadership experience in a fast-paced environment.
- First Aid trained and competent in internal H&S/Food Safety auditing and HACCP.
- Train-the-Trainer certification with strong coaching and delivery skills.
- Solid understanding of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, legal H&S requirements, and risk assessment.
- Strong administrative capability with confident Microsoft Office skills.
- Skilled in producing reports, policies, and data-driven insights.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail, strong observation skills, and a proactive mindset.
- Dependable, self-motivated, resilient, and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to manage changing priorities effectively.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Annual Bonus Scheme
- 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Life assurance (4 x annual base salary)
- Health and wellbeing support services
- Employee discounts and financial wellbeing benefits
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At IPL Sittingbourne, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment where our employees can thrive. As a SHE and Compliance Specialist, you will benefit from a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a strong focus on health and wellbeing, all while contributing to a team dedicated to maintaining world-class safety standards in the fresh produce sector. With ample opportunities for professional growth and development, joining our onsite operations team means becoming part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and commitment to excellence.
