Location
Windmill Lane, Central London

Hours
Monday to Friday, Noon working hours

Salary
Competitive Salary

About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an HSE Manager to join our Management Team at Pilgrim's Europe, supporting and driving the site’s Health, Safety and Environmental performance. This is a management role within our Added Value Business Unit and forms part of the leadership structure responsible for HSE practices, compliance, and governance.

The purpose of the role is to instil ownership and accountability across all functions by embedding the Go For Zero HSE business standards through regular inspections and proactive engagement.

Key Responsibilities:
- Champion safe and sustainable operations every day across all functions.
- Lead by example and promote safety as a fundamental condition.
- Advise, guide, and coach management on environment, health, and safety matters.
- Support the development, deployment, and engagement of the HSE strategy aligned with site goals and objectives.
- Roll out HSE tools provided by the Central function in line with the Go For Zero Strategy and upskill the team.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders including HSE Central Leadership, Engineering, Project Teams, Procurement, Operations, Technical, OPEX, and Legal on risks, issues, and required changes.
- Conduct periodic internal inspections and audits, document findings, and support Central HSE functions on audit programs (ISO 45001, 14001, Insurance Inspections).
- Ensure all team members receive appropriate training and resources to work safely.
- Maintain compliance with Central Risk frameworks and ensure site Risk Assessments meet standards.
- Manage incident reporting and investigations within the Pilgrims Europe Incident Management system (Quor), ensuring corrective actions prevent recurrence.
- Champion Central HSE systems and their rollout to enhance safety standards (3 Year Plan, QUOR, GFZ standards, Internal Compliance Audit program, Gap Tools).

Experience
- Proven experience in HSE management within the FMCG industry is essential.
- Experience in health, safety, and environmental roles in chilled manufacturing companies.
- Strong understanding of HSE systems, audit standards, and ability to influence positive change.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and communicate effectively at all levels including site leadership, external authorities, and wider business leadership.

About you
- Natural coaching ability with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead by example and promote a culture of safety and accountability.
- Motivated to drive continuous improvement in HSE performance.

Qualifications
- NEBOSH General Certificate, Level 3 or equivalent qualification/experience (essential).
- IEMA Environmental Management Certificate or equivalent (desirable).