ROLE PROFILE Job title: Health and Safety Manager Date: August 2026 Business: Leading Food Manufacturing Business Department: Health and Safety - Operations Location: Aylesbury ROLE SUMMARY: Provide directional support to the business in the planning, measuring, reviewing, and auditing of health, safety & environmental activities to meet legal and business requirements. REPORTING STRUCTURE Reports to: Site Manager Direct & indirect reports: N/A Key internal stakeholders: Operations, Technical and other teams on site, Health and Safety Managers across the group Key external stakeholders: HSE, Auditors KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Drive health & safety standards and support management in implementation of best practice on site. Complete and monitor transport risk assessments & reviews - internal, external & point of delivery assessments. Manage the process for accident / incident investigations, including risk assessments Monitor lone worker protocols & auditing Ensure fire risk assessment action close outs / fire compliance auditing, Power equipment vetting Manager Evotix implementation / embedding, COSHH records & chemical control auditing Manage electrical safety compliance auditing on controls / training competency / action close out - emergency lighting / pat / fixed electrical/ thermographics. Ensure work at height - group standard implementation / auditing / adder register Manage and review Asbestos controls - registers, asbestos control plan & auditing of system and Legionella controls - systems & record audit to verify compliance Implement, manage and review safety assessments - Performance Monitoring, Safe system of work - validation of required safety content & auditing, Depot audits for fire safety / housekeeping / physical standards Ensure customer, permit and regulatory requirements are implemented for HS & E Keep up to date with new legislation, company and other information and brief the management team accordingly Compile performance information and trends, communicate this and use to determine site priorities and influence board packs. Contribute to the continuous improvement in business performance as a member of the management team Ensure all HS & E business plans are up-to-date, tracked and actions are both generated and completed Identify & deliver improvements in all key risk areas across the sites and recommend and drive improvement projects to reduce the risk Communicate and consult effectively with internal, the Group & external bodies Drive delivery of successful Gap analysis audits across the site Deliver internal & external health safety & environmental audit program Robust HSE Policies, Procedures and Management Systems HSE development/ training needs analysis and evidence of its implementation Evidence of implementation and cascade of updates e.g. best practices, hazard alerts, shared learnings etc. Good relationships with relevant bodies internally, within the Group and externally e.g. HSE, EA/SEPA/NRW, emergency services, customers, insurers and brokers Provide HSE performance information & trends fed into site plan and priorities, board reports and group reports Ensure Contractor control / permit to work compliance audits are in place Management and implementation of general area risk assessments / reviews with area managers Drive, manage and implement, environmental considerations around waste / pollution / noise / emissions, dependent on the individual locations – including sustainable travel QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE Qualifications NEBOSH diploma Ideally CMIOSH Or NEBOSH certificate and/or willing to work towards NEBOSH diploma Experience Sound background and experience of Health Safety & Environmental requirements, preferably within food manufacturing environment. Ideally multi-site experience. Experience of carrying out HS&E audits. Experience of supporting capital projects Skills/ Knowledge Must be technically strong, knowledgeable and able to provide accurate, detailed guidance. Must be proactive, solutions driven and able to clearly demonstrate a track record of achievement in a rapidly changing environment. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES & BEHAVIOURS Team player, receptive to the objectives of the business and possess the vision and passion to shape the H&S strategy and make a real difference. Will be robust, assertive and able to withstand pressure and remain firm and decisive. Must possess the personal stature, intellect and self-confidence to work across the business disciplines and represent the company with external bodies. The ideal candidate will provide direction ensuring productive relationships and have the following traits: Action orientated, Excellent team engagement, Driven & Decisive, Adaptable, Organised, Strong interpersonal skills, Effective interpretation and translation of information COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS Competency, Descriptors, Values People, Demonstrates the belief that people are the most important asset and central to the success of the organization. Everybody should be treated with dignity and respect at all times. Customer Focus Demonstrates the understanding that the satisfaction of our internal and external customers is the foundation of our success Collaborative Team Working The willingness to act as part of a team and work towards achieving shared objectives through adopting best practice in line with PQP and federalism Flexibility and Adaptability The ability to change and adapt our own behaviour or work procedures when there is a change in the work environment, for example, as a result of changing customer needs Initiative and Taking Ownership Steps up to take on personal responsibility and accountability for tasks and actions in line with PQP and Federalism. People Management The ability to understand people and their motivations, build good relationships with them and help them unlock their potential Developing Partnerships The ability to establish formal and informal relationships inside and outside the organisation and to anticipate and balance the needs of those whose cooperation is needed for the long-term success of the business Engaging others through change The ability to communicate a compelling vision throughout the organisation, generating genuine motivation and commitment and to act as a sponsor of change Decision Making and Judgement In line with our guiding principles of PQP and Federalism, makes timely and informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks that keep the organisation moving forward Commercial Awareness Demonstrates and understanding of the impact decisions and actions have on the organisation in line with PQP and federalism Focusing on the future Demonstrates enthusiasm about our future by identifying strategic issues, opportunities to drive sustainable, profitable growth and managing risk
HSE Manager in Aylesbury employer: OH Sourcing
As a leading manufacturer dedicated to sustainable practices and operational excellence, we offer our QHSE Advisors a dynamic work environment where compliance and continuous improvement are at the forefront. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our robust training programmes and a culture that values safety and collaboration, making this an ideal place for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in their field.
