Health, Safety and Environmental Manager

Health, Safety and Environmental Manager - Berwick-Upon-Tweed

£50,000-£60,000 + Excellent Benefits

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Health, Safety and Environmental Manager to oversee all aspects of EHS across our Berwick Upon Tweed-based food production site. This is an exciting opportunity to drive meaningful change, ensure compliance, and promote a culture of continuous improvement in safety and environmental responsibility.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the site EHS management system, ensuring compliance with legislation, corporate standards and industry best practice.
• Lead EHS strategy, setting clear objectives and KPIs aligned with business goals.
• Provide leadership and coaching to the EHS team, driving a proactive and positive safety culture.
• Oversee risk assessments, safe systems of work and environmental controls to ensure effective risk management.
• Manage relationships with regulators, auditors and external partners, ensuring inspection readiness and compliance.
• Investigate incidents, conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Maintain accurate EHS records, including incidents, training and environmental performance metrics.
• Ensure emergency preparedness, fire safety and crisis management arrangements are effective and up to date.
• Monitor environmental performance across waste, water and energy, supporting sustainability objectives.
• Work closely with operational teams to embed EHS standards into daily activities and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Relevant advanced qualifications in Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental Sustainability (e.g., NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent).
• Proven ability to lead safety and environmental projects within a manufacturing or process environment.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to influence all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and implement effective actions.

Join a forward thinking organisation committed to safety, sustainability, and diversity. Grow your career in a supportive, inclusive culture where you can truly make a difference.

For more information or to apply, please contact Sam Tearne or call .

Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.