Health & Safety Manager | Halls of Scotland (Prestwick) part of Browns Food Group
Location: Primary Site: Prestwick (Ayrshire)
Salary: £35000- £40,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a H&S professional who thrives in high-speed manufacturing?
Browns Food Group is seeking an experienced and motivated Health & Safety Manager to join our Senior Management Team. This is a critical role where you won't just be "checking boxes", you will be the lead competent person driving a culture of safety across our Prestwick (Halls of Scotland) operations.
Reporting directly to the Group Head of Health, Safety & Risk, you will have the autonomy to implement and evolve our H&S Management Systems, ensuring that legal compliance is balanced with practical, operational excellence.
The Impact You Will Make
- Expert Leadership: Act as the lead site expert for all H&S matters, providing professional advice to the Senior Management Team.
- Systems Management: Maintain and continuously improve H&S management systems (aligned with ISO 45001 standards).
- Compliance Oversight: Manage statutory inspection programmes, including PUWER, LOLER, and Pressure Systems.
- Investigation & Analysis: Lead incident investigations to identify true root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise directly with the HSE, insurers, solicitors, and external auditors, managing the site's reputation and legal standing.
- KPI Delivery: Produce high-level monthly reporting for the Group, tracking performance and identifying trends.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified: NEBOSH Diploma or a degree in Health & Safety (or equivalent professional experience).
- Accredited: IOSH membership (minimum CertIOSH or working towards).
- Experienced: Proven track record in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.
- Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of UK H&S legislation, risk assessment methodology, and audit processes.
- Communication: Confident in delivering everything from Board-level KPI reports to factory-floor Toolbox Talks.
- Mobile: A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for travel when required
Why Join Us?
Browns Food Group is one of the UK’s leading independent food manufacturers. We offer long-term career stability within a supportive leadership team that values safety as a core business pillar.
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Programme
- Professional Strategic Influence: A role where your voice is heard at the Senior Management table.
If you are a proactive professional ready to take full ownership of H&S, we want to hear from you.
Halls of Scotland and Browns Food Group are equal opportunity employers. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
