Health Safety and Environment Manager (F/M)

For our client, an international manufacturing company in the FMCG industry, we are currently recruiting for the position of

 

Health Safety and Environment Manager (F/M)

 

 

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with HSE legislation, corporate policies, and internal standards.
• Implement, maintain, and continuously improve HSE management systems, programs, and processes.
• Conduct safety audits and identify non-conformities while ensuring corrective actions are completed.
• Develop and maintain local safety policies and procedures in line with legal and corporate requirements.
• Lead emergency preparedness, first aid organization, and safety committees.
• Support engineering projects and change management initiatives from a HSE perspective.
• Identify workplace and ergonomic risks and implement preventive measures.
• Coordinate and maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 (or equivalent) management systems.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory authorities and external stakeholders.
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, coaching, and employee engagement.
• Increase awareness and understanding of Safety, Health & Environment standards across the organization.
• Monitor HSE performance and report progress against KPIs.
• Lead risk assessments, incident investigations, and root cause analyses.
• Ensure timely implementation and completion of corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement of HSE KPIs, including safety, environmental, and sustainability performance.
• Manage the annual HSE budget and capital expenditure plans.
• Coordinate activities related to pollution prevention, waste management, recycling, environmental protection, and energy efficiency.
• Participate in operational meetings, provide practical HSE solutions, and share best practices.
• Maintain accurate HSE reporting, documentation, and performance tracking systems.

 

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.

• Professional qualification in Health, Safety & Environment.

• Auditor qualification for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 (or equivalent) standards.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is an advantage.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience in HSE management systems and compliance auditing.

• Experience leading change management initiatives within manufacturing operations.

• Understanding of budgeting and financial processes.

• Fluent in the Polish language and able to communicate effectively in English.

• Strong leadership and coaching skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous improvement.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Commitment to building a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

 

The offer includes:

• Full-time employment in Hybrid work model.
• Company car and an attractive package of non-wage benefits
• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Opportunity to lead Safety, Health & Environment initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• A key role in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
• Collaboration with international teams and occasional travel to other production sites.
• The opportunity to make a real impact on workplace safety, environmental performance, and sustainability.