Health and Safety Manager at Valeo Foods

Norwich, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health And Safety Management, Legal Compliance, Stakeholder Relationships, Accident Investigation, Risk Assessment, First Aid Management, EHS Training, UK Health And Safety Legislation, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Proactive Mindset, Manufacturing Experience, FMCG Knowledge, Safety Culture, PPE Processes

Industry

Food Production

Description

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 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 Health and Safety Manager Norwich – Kettle Chips Factory Do you have the expertise and drive to build safer, smarter, and more sustainable workplaces? At our iconic Kettle Chips site, we’re looking for a proactive Health & Safety Manager to elevate our standards and champion a culture of safety across the factory. What will our Health and Safety Manager do: • Lead and deliver the Valeo Foods Health & Safety strategy, ensuring all KPIs and objectives are achieved. • Partner cross-functionally to ensure full legal compliance and embed best-practice solutions across site operations. • Build strong stakeholder relationships that encourage collaboration, shared ownership, and accountability. • Investigate accidents and major incidents, identifying root causes and sharing learning to prevent recurrence. • Oversee safe working practices for employees, contractors, and visitors, ensuring operational excellence. • Conduct, review, and validate risk assessments, ensuring effective controls are in place and maintained. • Manage first aid provision, PPE processes, and occupational health support to protect and support our people. • Work with HR and L&D teams to deliver impactful EHS training and keep compliance records up to date. • Champion a safety-first culture, continuously improving systems in line with evolving standards and regulations. Qualifications Applicants for our Health and Safety Manager role should have the following: Hold the NEBOSH Diploma as a minimum qualification IOSH, COSHH, DSEAR, PUWER, COMAH regulation awareness Proven experience as a Health and Safety Manager in a manufacturing (Ideally FMCG) or industrial environment. Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and best practice. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to influence at all levels Additional Information Join a team where your impact really matters. We offer: ✔ Competitive pay ✔ Real opportunities to grow your career ✔ Up to 10% matched pension ✔ Death-in-service protection ✔ Cycle-to-work scheme ✔ Retail & staff discounts ✔ Plus loads of wellbeing and lifestyle perks Why Valeo Foods? Because Health and safety is central to everything we do. Step into a role where you help protect our people, shape a positive site culture, and drive standards that keep our Norwich site performing at its best.

Responsibilities

The Health and Safety Manager will lead the Valeo Foods Health & Safety strategy, ensuring compliance and best practices across site operations. They will also investigate incidents, manage risk assessments, and promote a safety-first culture.