Job Description
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. Following the acquisition of FDL, we are continuing to expand our capabilities in flavours and functional ingredients across Europe.
We are now seeking an experienced EHS Manager to lead safety, health, and environmental performance at our Herefprd facility. Our Hereford site plays a key role in producing a diverse range of innovative food and beverage solutions. These include flavour systems, powder blends, baked toppings and inclusions, and functional ingredient systems, supporting global foodservice, retail, and beverage customers. FDL’s broader portfolio spans syrups, sauces, fruit preparations, beverage concentrates, botanical extracts, and functional powders, all developed through strong R&D and collaboration with customers to create high-quality, great-tasting products.
Key Responsibilities
Safety, Health & Environmental Leadership
1. Partner with the EHS Centre of Excellence to deploy ADM’s SHE strategy, driving a zero injury and incident culture.
2. Lead capability development across the site, ensuring robust training, competence, and skills progression for employees and contractors.
3. Design and deliver effective training programmes that embed a behaviour-based safety culture.
Compliance & Risk Management
4. Ensure full compliance with UK legislation and ADM standards through a hands-on, site-focused approach.
5. Lead risk management activities with emphasis on Process Safety (, fire safety compliance)and Life Critical Standards ()
6. Support the development and implementation of Risk Assessments, Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)and Equipment-specific Lock-Out Procedures (ESLPs)
7. Act as the site’s Main Environmental Contact, ensuring environmental compliance.
8. Oversee statutory inspections (, pressure systems, fall arrest).
9. Maintain a strong field presence through regular audits, walkabouts, and engagement with teams.
Management Systems & Continuous Improvement
10. Lead and maintain SHE management systems, ensuring accurate data capture and reporting.
11. Analyse trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
12. Provide leadership in incident investigation, ensuring robust root cause analysis and timely close-out of actions.
What We’re Looking For
13. Proven EHS leadership experience in a manufacturing or food/ingredients environment
14. Strong knowledge of UK EHS legislation and process safety principles
15. Experience driving cultural change and behavioural safety programmes
16. Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
17. A visible, hands-on leadership style with a passion for safety
Why Join ADM?
18. Be part of a global leader in nutrition and sustainability
19. Play a key role in integrating and growing the innovative FDL product portfolio
20. Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment
21. Real opportunities to shape safety culture and site performance
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
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About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at
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