Job Location

London, England

Job Description

Procter & Gamble (P&G) are a leading company in the manufacture of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods making some of the world’s best loved brands like Gillette, Fairy, and Oral-B. We are looking for motivated and experienced HSE Specialist to join us at our London (West Thurrock) Site to lead the site’s compliance of the Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations (COMAH).

In this role you will be responsible for:

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant COMAH related safety regulations concerning hazardous chemicals. Stay updated on changes in legislation and industry standards.

Inspection & Testing: Lead the site’s inspection schedule, which includes regular inspections and testing of hazardous chemicals process equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards. Document findings and implement corrective actions as necessary.

Thermal Safety Program: Oversee, implement, and maintain the thermal safety program, ensuring the safe operation of all burners, boilers, and combustors on site.

Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about industry trends and innovations in HSE practices. Recommend improvements to existing policies and procedures to enhance safety and compliance.

Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of inspections, testing results, incident reports, and COMAH compliance activities. Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory authorities.

Risk Assessment: Perform risk assessments and evaluate projects or changes related to thermal safety or COMAH systems such as chemical handling, storage, and disposal. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks.

External Relationships: Foster and maintain relationships with external partners, including other chemical plants, local authorities, and regulatory agencies. Collaborate on best practices and compliance strategies.

Training & Education: Develop and deliver training programs for employees on hazardous material handling, thermal safety procedures, and emergency response protocols.

This is day-based role, and you will be expected to work 40 hours per week. We’re a build from within company, meaning we’re looking for those interested in building a career, not just a job with us.

What we offer you:

Competitive Salary: The starting salary for this role is competitive and benchmarked against other employers. Every P&G employee’s salary is reviewed annually and therefore there is ample opportunity for future salary increases.

Generous Pension: The Company will contribute double the amount you contribute towards your pension savings, up to a maximum company contribution of 14% of your pensionable pay.

Annual Leave: You will start with 25 days' annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service up to 30 days.

1-4-1 Shares: For every share that you purchase, the Company will purchase a share on your behalf. You can contribute up to 2.5% of your salary into the 1-4-1 Share Plan, up to a maximum of £150 a month.

Private Medical Insurance: Our Private Medical Insurance Plan, currently delivered by AXA Health, provides eligible employees with access to private medical treatment, if they wish. Eligible employees can request for their partner and / or eligible dependent children to be included on their cover.

Great Working Environment: P&G has had operations in West Thurrock since the 1940s and the site is of great importance for the company. On-site we offer a friendly work environment with lots of great local benefits such as a free onsite gym, discounted restaurant, free parking, Occupational Health support, local events and more! Find out more about the site here.

Job Qualifications

We are looking for individuals who:

Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in HSE compliance within the chemical industry or related field.

Knowledge of hazardous materials regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT) and industry standards.

Experience with risk assessment methodologies and safety management systems.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

Experience with process safety programs / boilers-combustors operations.

Previous experience in project management or planning and schedule are a plus.

Certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, CSP, CIH) are a plus.

Fluent ability to communicate in English.

At P&G #weseeequal

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please click here if you require an accommodation during the application process. Please make sure to wait to hear back from us regarding your accommodation before proceeding with the online assessment, we thank you in advance for your patience.  

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000117316

Job Segmentation

Plant Technicians (Job Segmentation)