Overview
The ‘Bar is Back' - and we need your safety expertise, environmental awareness, and passion for wellbeing to support our growth from 20 million to 70 million bars per year. At Soapworks, we create high-quality, sustainable soap products for global brands, and we're looking for a proactive, hands-on Safety, Health & Environment Coordinator to help protect our people, processes, and planet as we scale up production. From driving a positive safety culture to ensuring environmental compliance and promoting health and wellbeing across the site, you'll play a central role in shaping a safe, responsible, and high-performing environment. At Soapworks, we don't just make soap: we create a wide range of hair and body cleansers, as well as aromatic oils. As our SHE Coordinator, you'll be part of every step—ensuring our growth is safe, sustainable, and responsible, while supporting and inspiring a passionate team to reach new heights.
The Role at a Glance
Role: Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Coordinator
Location: Glasgow / Remote Working Fridays
Salary: £35,000 per annum + 33 days holiday, rising with service
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Benefits: Excellent package including Pension, Income Protection Benefit, Help@Hand (EAP, GP and Physio Services), Death in Service 3x Annual Salary, and more.
Reporting to: Operations Manager
Values: Ethical, Sustainable, Trusted
Company: UK’s Largest Bar Soap Manufacturer with a global customer base
Notable mentions: Products featured in British Vogue, GLAMOUR, Elle, GQ, Beauty Bay, Stylist Magazine, HELLO! and more.
Your Background / Skills
FMCG experience. NEBOSH & Internal Audit qualifications. Safety, Health and Environment experience.
Our Story
Founded in 1988 by The Body Shop entrepreneur Dame Anita Roddick, Soapworks has always been driven by innovation, exceptional product quality, and a deep commitment to social and environmental responsibility. More than 35 years later, we continue to stand at the forefront of the industry, trusted by 50 of the world's top brands as a leading supplier and partner. In 2018, we joined the Daabon Group, a global leader in sustainable and organic ingredients, further strengthening our commitment to ethical and eco-friendly production. As passionate advocates for sustainability, we are committed to promoting the environmental benefits of bar soaps. Our dedication has earned us numerous awards and certifications, including the EcoVadis Gold Award for Sustainability, placing us among the top 5% of companies in our sector. We are actively working towards net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Beyond business, we run the SOAP AID programme to donate life-saving soap bars to areas of need or after natural disasters, demonstrating our commitment to global well-being. We don't just make soap—we create products that align with a better, more sustainable future.
The Opportunity
Overview: Soapworks Ltd is looking for a proactive and driven Safety, Health & Environment Coordinator to champion a culture of safety and environmental excellence across our operations. You will shape, implement, and continually improve our safety, health and environment standards, ensuring compliance and setting new benchmarks for workplace well-being and environmental care. We have ambitious goals and plans for a new factory, and we need someone who shares our passion for excellence and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure SHE compliance with legal and company standards.
* Drive continuous improvement and promote a strong SHE culture across all levels.
* Develop and support SHE skills among managers, supervisors, and staff.
* Oversee risk assessments, safety inspections, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
* Manage health & safety policies, procedures, records, and compliance with ISO 14001, 45001, and client standards.
* Lead Health & Safety Committee meetings and ensure timely completion of action points.
* Monitor and communicate legislative updates and SHE performance KPIs.
* Maintain environmental compliance documentation and reporting.
* Ensure personal and organizational adherence to health, safety, and environmental procedures.
Education / Qualifications
* NEBOSH qualification
* Internal Audit qualification
Experience / Skills / Knowledge
* Experience in a manufacturing/FMCG environment, ideally within an SME.
* Good knowledge of environmental practices and compliance in manufacturing/FMCG.
* Experience with ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 internal audits.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
* Experience developing and delivering engaging SHE presentations, including induction training and toolbox talks.
* Experience with continuous improvement tools and techniques is advantageous.
Aptitudes / Attributes
* Problem solving
* Initiative
* Self-starter
* Ability to stay calm under pressure
* Clear and engaging communication (written and verbal)
* Attention to detail
* Ability to maintain good relationships with management, workers, and visitors
* Demonstrated SHE leadership
* Critical thinking
* Integrity
Other Job Requirements
* Clean driving license ideal but not essential
What’s On Offer
* Competitive market salary
* 4-weekly pay cycle
* 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays rising with service
* Pension
* Death in service benefit of 3x basic salary
* Income protection benefit after 1 year in role
* Access to Help@Hand (EAP, GP & Physio services) with discounts for retailers
Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team.
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