Site HSE Lead – Tanfield
KP Snacks is seeking a Site Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Lead to join our team on site. The role is based Monday – Friday and is part of the Site Leadership Team.
About the role
The successful candidate will create a safe, compliant and proactive working environment. You will be a key influencer, coaching and mentoring staff to build a strong safety culture. Your responsibilities include:
* Develop and implement site‑wide HSE procedures aligned with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
* Embed the Integrated Work System (IWS) HSE Pillar across the site.
* Co‑operate with operational and project teams to meet regulatory requirements.
* Champion coaching and mentoring to build confidence and competence in HSE practices.
* Monitor key HSE metrics, analyse trends and present performance data to the Safety Committee and executive reviews.
* Shape strategic plans, identify improvement opportunities and maintain legal compliance.
* Manage the site HSE budget, prioritise risk reduction opportunities and oversee the annual HSE capital spend.
* Oversee claims and work closely with insurers and inspectors during investigations.
* Lead internal audits and interface with regulatory bodies to support a safety‑first culture.
What’s in it for you?
* Annual car allowance (£6,000).
* Annual bonus scheme.
* Comprehensive healthcare: Medicash, Health Cash Plan or private healthcare, Digital GP, best doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care.
* KP pension plan: contribution matching up to 7% of salary.
* 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy additional days.
* KP4ME online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more.
Who are we?
KP Snacks is part of the Intersnack family. Over 15,000 colleagues work together around the world to create snacks people love. We are proud of our culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and boundaries together.
Inclusion statement
We are committed to building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don’t tick every box, we still love to hear from you. Your unique perspective could be just what we need.
Qualifications
* Recognised HSE qualifications: NEBOSH Health and Safety Diploma (NVQ Level 6 equivalent) and IEMA Environmental Certificate are essential; IEMA Environmental Diploma is preferred.
* Internal auditing qualification and IOSH membership required.
* Experience in FMCG manufacturing and leadership, working in a fast‑paced environment and as part of a leadership team.
* Strong technical and analytical skills, confident with Microsoft Office tools, interpreting HSE data and trends, and applying insights to strategic plans.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills, engaging colleagues at all levels, building relationships, and coaching to embed a safety‑first mindset.
* A flexible, proactive and collaborative approach, comfortable working under pressure and willing to travel to other sites with occasional overnight stays.
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