Company Description
At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity.
But that's not all – our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences. Whether it's the Wild West flavours of New World Foods, the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm. Join us on a journey where passion meets flavour, crafting experiences that bring people together and delight taste buds.
Job Description
Are you a seasoned Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) professional with a passion for creating safe, sustainable, and sweet workplaces? Our leading confectionery factory is looking for a dynamic Senior HSE Manager to take our safety standards to the next level!
Job Purpose:
Deploy the Valeo Snackfoods Health and Safety strategy, delivering on agreed key performance indicators and objectives at the site. Work closely with clusters to ensure compliance to all Health and Safety legal requirements, and implementation of best practice solutions. Builds strong internal relationships with stakeholders across the business. Ensures that all Valeo Snackfoods colleagues remain safe through all aspects of the work.
Key Accountabilities:
Protecting our People
- Accountable for ensuring compliance with all site systems and maintain a safe working environment.
- Ensuring all accidents and serious incidents are investigated with learnings shared.
- Accountable for ensuring all works are completed safely and contractors and visitors are managed appropriately.
- Carry out and validate risk assessments.
- Develop and maintain first aid and personal protective equipment and systems.
- Work collaboratively with various management teams to promote and implement EHS practices.
- Work with the HR department to ensure adequate Occupational Health provisions are in place.
- Work with the Learning and Development Department to ensure compliance and an appropriate level of EHS training I s provided, recorded and adhered to;
- Support and develop a ‘safety culture’ ensuring compliance with changes to work practice and safe systems of work.
Qualifications
Essential Experience and Qualifications:
- Hold the NEBOSH Diploma as a minimum qualification
- Experience of working in a similar role
- Proven leadership experience
- Able to effectively manage people, systems and processes
- Proven experience in people management, strategic planning and risk management
Additional Information
Perks of the Position:
- Competitive Salary
- Sweet Rewards: Health benefits, Generous pension contributions. Experience the joy of working in a place where your passion for safety and love for confectionery come together.
Ready to lead safety with a sweet touch? Apply now and help us create a safer, more sustainable future, one treat at a time!
What We Do
We are a leading producer and innovator of high quality, category-defining branded food products that have a proud history that dates back to 1845.
At Valeo Foods, we are passionate about food and our portfolio of over 20 iconic food brands, which includes Jacobs, Batchelors, Kettle, Rowse Honey, Balconi, Schluckwerder, are tried and trusted by consumers across Ireland, UK and Europe for their quality, wholesomeness, nutrition and fun.
We are a diverse business that combines food production, brand development and innovation, distribution and sales. We are Ireland’s largest ambient food supplier to the grocery trade, a major supplier to the food service market through Valeo Professional, and an increasingly prominent supplier to the UK market and a range of European Markets now.
We are focused on the continued development of our excellent portfolio of category defining food brands as we look to expand our footprint across Ireland, UK, Europe and beyond with our latest acquisition in North America. We are committed to delivering quality food products through continued innovation and excellence in manufacturing. This commitment ensures that our brands retain a market leading position in each of their respective categories.
We continue to recruit people with the best skills and expertise across a range of areas including manufacturing, food science, research and development, nutrition, distribution, sales, operations, marketing, human resources and finance, and aspire to be a best in class employer, focused on developing and empowering our people.