Location
Bracknell, Jealott's Hill International Research Centre, UK

Hours
Full Time

About the Role
Syngenta Crop Protection is a global leader in agricultural innovation, delivering breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We are seeking a HSE Manager to own, develop and lead a multi-year Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) strategy aligned with the Crop Protection R&D goals. This role supports our Goal Zero ambition, promotes employee health and wellbeing, protects the Jealott's Hill environment, and advances the HSE maturity of the site.

Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Syngenta HSE Management System and UK legislation, leading and developing the HSE team, and managing communication for all HSE programmes and initiatives. You will drive the development of qualitative and quantitative measures to track progress, maintain a robust Emergency Management System, embed continuous improvement approaches, and foster a strong incident investigation culture. Additionally, you will maintain auditable records, exchange best practices globally, act as a member of the Infrastructure Leadership Team, and manage the HSE budget.

Jealott's Hill site is a major global research and development centre located in pleasant semi-rural surroundings between Bracknell and Maidenhead, hosting around 800 scientists and support staff. The site focuses on discovery of new active ingredients, formulation technologies, product safety, and technical support.

What we offer
Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical and life insurance. Up to 31.5 days annual holiday. A stimulating international environment contributing to impactful work in agriculture. Opportunities to work within a global team addressing future agricultural challenges. A strong learning culture with wide-ranging training options. Syngenta is recognised as a top employer in agriculture and is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in recruitment and employment.

Experience
- Proven record of developing and leading a HSE strategic plan.
- Experience managing and developing a professional HSE team.
- Working knowledge of common HSE systems and platforms (e.g. Enablon).
- Experience working with UK regulatory bodies such as EA and DEFRA.
- Broad HSE experience ideally in life sciences or similar industries, including laboratory, office, and construction environments.
- Experience managing operational budgets.
- Experience working in complex global businesses or large international multidisciplinary teams.

About you
A visionary leader capable of engaging the organisation and driving pragmatic change. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, plan, and deliver to deadlines. Strong communicator who can influence with impact and clarity.

Qualifications
- NEBOSH Diploma level qualification or equivalent HSE qualifications.
- Project or change management qualifications are desirable.