Health, Safety and Environment Manager, Institutional Catering

Position Summary We are looking for a hands-on Health, Safety and Environment Manager to build and lead HSE and food safety capabilities across our Institutional Catering business. The role will support our client-operated sites and work closely with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure strong standards while developing the systems, processes and culture required to support rapid business growth. This is a builder role. You will not simply inherit an established HSE structure - you will help shape it. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement HSE and food safety systems across the Institutional Catering business.

Maintain and strengthen HACCP, ISO 22000 and relevant food safety management systems.

Conduct audits and inspections across client sites.

Lead incident investigations, root-cause analysis and corrective-action follow-up.

Develop SOPs, risk assessments, audit frameworks and performance tracking systems.

Support regulatory, certification and client audits.

Conduct training and coach operations teams on workplace safety, food safety and hygiene standards.

Support new site mobilisation and assess HSE requirements for new operations.

Work closely with Operations, Culinary, Procurement and Business Development on cross-functional initiatives.

Provide HSE and food safety input for tenders, client presentations and operational reviews.

Requirements Degree or Diploma in Workplace Safety & Health, Food Science, Environmental Health or related discipline.

Approximately 5-8 years of relevant experience in catering, food manufacturing, hospitality or large-scale foodservice.

Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety systems and workplace safety requirements.

Experience with ISO 22000, audits, investigations and corrective-action management.

Relevant WSH, auditing or food safety qualifications will be advantageous.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is highly self-driven and willing to build systems rather than simply administer them.

Is comfortable being hands-on at operating sites.

Can influence teams and drive standards without relying solely on authority.

Is pragmatic, commercially aware and able to distinguish real operational risks from paperwork.

Enjoys broad exposure across operations, clients, regulators and management.

Thrives in a fast-growing environment where priorities evolve quickly.