Job Details
Role: Environmental, Health and Safety Officer
Applications Open: 12/05/2026
Applications Close: 27/05/2026
Working Hours: Full-time
Interviews: Early-Mid June
Length of placement: 12 Months
Start Date: ASAP
Wage: £13.45/hr
Working pattern: On-site with potential for occasional WFH
Location: 1 Station Rd, Duns TD11 3HS
Organisation
Farne Salmon is based in Duns, a small market town located 45 miles south of Edinburgh and 15 miles west of Berwick upon Tweed. It is the largest smoked salmon facilities in Europe. In 1982 Farne started trading with a staff of 6. Now, Farne is the biggest private sector employer in the Borders with a core workforce of 700 people.
Mission
To become a Centre of Excellence by energising the workplace - in mind, body and spirit; continuously inspiring optimism - through our actions and our products; creating value and making a difference in everything we do.
Key Tasks
The purpose of the Environmental, Health and Safety Officer is to lead, manage, control and report on all environmental aspects of the Farne business against the following parameters:
* Business Objective
* Business Plans / Strategy
And support the Health and Safety Manager UK with compliance with health and safety legislation and the continued development of safety culture at Farne Salmon.
Key Result Areas
* Operational Efficiencies / Quality Standards
* Ensure environment, health and safety compliance with regulatory requirements (legislation / policy) are met.
* Ensure processes / systems are developed, implemented and maintained within the business to deliver environmental, health and safety compliance with regulatory requirements (legislation / policy).
* Maintain and demonstrate continual improvement in environmental standards pertaining to ISO 14001 Certification
* Work closely with departments to improve environmental, health and safety standards through improved awareness, reporting, problem solving and local ownership
* Hygiene: As an employee you will follow the Company policy by implementing high standards of personal hygiene, following hygiene rules and carrying out responsibilities for cleaning including a ‘clean as you go’ policy. You have a responsibility under the law to follow Food Hygiene Regulations and you will do this by following our hygiene rules which will ensure the safety and quality of our products. Additionally you will be vigilant and inform management of any illness and other potential hygiene hazards including contravention of hygiene rules and procedures by other members of staff.
Accountabilities
* Environmental regulatory compliance (legislation / policy)
* Management and Reporting of regulatory compliance (legislation / policy)Setting the strategy / objectives for Environmental issues / opportunities
* Health and Safety regulatory compliance (legislation / policy)
The Candidate
Skills required
Degree level qualified – Environmental Sciences would be advantageous / recognised formal environmental qualification in environmental management.
* Excellent PC Skills and Systems Knowledge
* Intermediate Excel, Word and PowerPoint
* Intermediate MS Project
* SAP Experience
* Previous experience Environmental Management in a FMCG Business
* Knowledge and experience of Environmental issues and opportunities in a complex food production environment
* Candidate must be willing to be flexible with their working hours.
* A strong understanding of the operating principles and technologies relevant to hazardous waste management, treatment of wastewater, noise, recycling and use of hazardous chemical at Farne.
* High level of communication and negotiation skills to effect behaviour change
* Knowledge of health and safety beyond personal responsibilities with a willingness to further learning in the subject matter. Full support and training will be given.
The behaviours that must be demonstrated in the job
* Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
* Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work to demanding deadlines.
* Self-motivated, proactive and capable of using sound judgement and initiative in managing workloads and resolving issues.
* Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify practical and effective solutions.
* Confident working within a fast-paced, dynamic and results-driven environment.
* Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, customers, suppliers and external stakeholders.
* Flexible, innovative and adaptable in approach, with a willingness to support continuous improvement across the business.
* Demonstrates professionalism, credibility and a high level of engagement in all aspects of work.
* Broad understanding of environmental legislation, policy and regulatory requirements relevant to the role.
* Ability to provide constructive challenge, guidance and mentoring to colleagues, functions and suppliers where appropriate.
Requirements
* You must be eligible to work in the U.K. for the full length of the placement. Valid Visa will be sought.
* You must be available the full length of the placement and be able to travel to the location.
* We will hold your application on our systems for 6 months from submission. This ensures your application can be considered for relevant roles where appropriate. If you would prefer us not to store your information for this period, please inform us.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy, and maternity.
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