Job title – Manager SHE, UK 
Location – London 

Job model: Hybrid with 50% of travel to cover 4 sites

We have a vacancy within the Perfumery & Beauty and TTH Business units working dayshift covering 4 sites in England.  There will be a dotted reporting line to Director GOE, SHE&S Labs & Offices. 

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. 

Your key responsibilities:

•    Providing SHE support for 4 sites which have laboratories and office areas including regular onsite visits, London & Sharnbrook (larger sites for onsite visits), Runcorn & Wells (Smaller sites requiring fewer onsite visits) 
•    Ensuring SHE related compliance with current legislation and dsm-firmenich Group SHE requirements, relating to relevant occupational safety policies, procedures, standards and training and update SHE procedures as necessary. 
•    Carry out risk assessments, regular auditing (inc PTW, COSHH, Aldehydes, Clients) and taking corrective actions to ensure conformance to SHE requirements
•    Leading and Investigating safety incidents and injuries on site to ensure compliance with site and dsm-firmenich standards and close out of actions
•    Working closely with Site Leads and Lab Managers to agree realistic safety objectives and produce regular reports on safety performance
•    Supporting the development and implementation of SHE KPI’s and monitoring programs for the site to ensure safety compliance
•    Providing practical advice on safety issues, feeding back when required standards are not being met and making recommendations for corrective action as appropriate
•    Managing all issues on Occupational SHE and provide support to the Occupational Health provider ensuring service level and all assessments carried out including DSE and fitness for work 
•    Preparation, delivery and co-ordination of Training for Safety, Emergency Response, First Aid and Occupational Health
•    Interface with Group SHE regularly to ensure application of dsm-firmenich standards and for roll out of initiatives within UK sites
•    Leading SHE activities and implementation of projects on site
•    Ensuring the registration, evaluation, authorization and restriction of chemicals (REACH) is used on site along the entire supply chain to ensure compliance to relevant legislation
•    Ensuring development of Site Safety Representatives is in place to promote site safety initiatives and standards
•    Promotion of wellness activities and development of mental health first aiders 
•    Staying abreast of both internal and external developments regarding UK laws and regulations and all other relevant compliance matters
•    Maintain good relationships with external SHE and Occupational Health regulators
•    Keeping up-to-date records and files of all relevant compliance issues and maintaining valid certifications
•    Contributing to the improvement of the overall performance of the site by proactively participating in Site Leadership Team meetings and initiatives
•    Participating in regional / global SHE networks. 

We bring:

•    Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards
•    Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments
•    Being a part of an agile local team at the site
•    Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative
•    Opportunity to build a career in a company supplying sustainable products
•    Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet
•    Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions
•    Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change

You bring:

•    Successful candidate will be a graduate with a degree in relevant subject with several years’ relevant experience including COSHH, Manual Handling and other Occupational Hygiene related areas  
•    A thorough knowledge of SHE auditing and legislation is required  
•    BOHS, IOSH or equivalent qualifications are desirable  
•    Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages is essential 
•    Candidates should have proven track record of competence in their respective discipline with excellent interpersonal skills 
•    Other essential behaviors are self-motivation, team player, good communication and auditing skills. Travel is expected at 50%

The application process
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal.

Equal Opportunities Commitment
dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.  

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

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About dsm-firmenich
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com

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