Bradburys Cheese
Environmental Health & Safety - EHS Manager
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Environmental Health & Safety - EHS Manager
Office based | Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 9RZ) | Full time | 40 hrs p.w. | Mon - Fri
Bradburys is a leading UK food business and has been providing quality cheese to consumers, sourced from regions of the United Kingdom and around the globe, and is very highly regarded amongst the retail and foodservice community. The key to our success can be attributed to the winning combination of industry knowledge and experience over our 140 year history coupled with continuous innovation to meet future customer trends and demands. Our hiring motto is "have the right person in the right job."
Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager
Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Pattern: Monday - Friday
Location: Onsite in Buxton (SK17 9RZ). Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation: Existing UK work authorisation is required/ Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role
Start date: To be agreed
Deadline: Interviews will be on a rolling basis; we may close the role earlier, once a suitable candidate is found
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted Gym membership
- Store discounts
- Full EAP system
- Company staff shop
- Free on-site parking
Role Purpose
We are looking for an enthusiastic, competent Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to help us maintain the highest Health & Safety practises and procedures across our busy manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Head of HR, you will oversee and ensure full compliance across H&S and Environmental, working with Managers and operatives to deliver and grow our Safety culture.
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To develop, implement, monitor, and continuously improve the organisations environmental, health, and safety policies and systems. The role ensures legal compliance, reduces risk, promotes safe working practices, and strengthens the company's overall safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety
- Develop and maintain the organisations Health & Safety management system.
- Conduct regular site inspections, risk assessments, and audits.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; produce reports and corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with UK legislation (e.g., Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, RIDDOR, Manual Handling).
- Deliver induction and refresher safety training for employees and contractors.
- Monitor PPE usage, safety signage, and safe systems of work.
- Lead emergency preparedness planning (fire drills, first aid arrangements, evacuation procedures).
Environmental Management
- Support ISO 14001 or other environmental management systems (if applicable).
- Monitor waste streams, emissions, and environmental compliance.
- Lead sustainability initiatives (energy reduction, recycling, environmental impact reduction).
- Liaise with regulators (Environment Agency, local authorities).
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Compliance & Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of audits, training, incidents, and compliance documentation.
- Prepare EHS reports and KPIs for senior management.
- Stay up to date with EHS regulations and best practice and advise the business accordingly.
Culture & Engagement
- Promote a positive EHS culture across the organisation.
- Collaborate with managers and staff to identify hazards and improve safety practices.
- Drive continuous improvement in all EHS areas.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).
- Experience in an EHS role (industry-specific experience beneficial).
- Excellent knowledge of EHS legislation and compliance requirements.
- Strong communication, investigation, and report-writing skills.
- Proactive, organised, and able to influence at all levels.
Desirable
- NEBOSH Diploma or working towards it.
- ISO 45001 / 14001 audit experience or qualifications.
- Environmental qualification (IEMA Foundation Certificate).
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, logistics, or similar high-risk environments.
Key Competencies
- Risk management
- Incident investigation
- Coaching and training
- Stakeholder engagement
- Analytical thinking
- Continuous improvement mindset
Please visit our Bradburys website for more information about us.
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