Interim Health, Safety and Environment Officer at Westfalia Fruit
Spalding, England, United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Nov, 25

Salary

320.0

Posted On

12 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Financial Services

Description

COME AND JOIN THE LEADING #AVOEXPERTS

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce – 365 days a year & across the globe.
With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading #avoexperts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

  • Travel between Spalding and Birds Drove sites (approx. 3 miles apart).
Responsibilities
  • Drive Safety Excellence – Assist in developing and rolling out top-tier Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) policies and procedures that keep teams protected and operations compliant.
  • Champion Risk Control – Play a key role in reviewing risk assessments, conducting site inspections, and ensuring Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) are always up to standard.
  • Monitor & Report Compliance – Stay ahead of daily operational risks by flagging safety concerns and supporting swift corrective action with the SHE Manager.
  • Engage Stakeholders Effectively – Communicate clearly and confidently with internal teams and external partners to align SHE expectations.
  • Lead Audits & Inspections – Conduct routine safety checks, support internal audits, and track non-conformances to closure – maintaining detailed records every step of the way.
  • Support Training & Development – Coordinate SHE training sessions (e.g. inductions, first aid, fire marshal), maintain accurate training logs, and identify gaps for continuous improvement.
  • Promote Safety Awareness – Drive a strong safety culture through toolbox talks, engaging posters, and clear, consistent communication materials.
  • Champion Environmental Action – Assist with environmental controls, sustainability projects, and ISO 50001 reporting while supporting recycling, waste management, and pollution prevention.
  • Respond to Incidents Proactively – Aid in investigating incidents and near-misses, ensuring accurate reporting, tracking, and contribution to root cause analysis.
  • Keep Records & Reports Sharp – Maintain key SHE documentation, help prepare monthly and annual performance reports, and ensure contractor compliance through proper permits and paperwork.
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