Can you take full ownership of the safety landscape. This isn't a desk-bound role; you are active across the farm, the packhouses, and the worker accommodation. You are the lead voice for H&S, responsible for identifying risks in a complex agricultural environment and ensuring every member of the team; from seasonal harvesters to senior board members are working within legal and company standards.

The Responsibilities:

Risk & Compliance: You create and review all risk assessments and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW). You lead the business through audit visits and ensure total compliance with H&S legislation.
Operational Governance: You manage HSE visits, oversee contractor management processes, and deliver board-level reporting on safety performance and KPIs.
Inspections & Audits: You run the schedule for weekly site inspections and monthly audits covering everything from building fabric and emergency lighting to annual PAT testing.
Incident Management: You oversee the reporting system, lead accident investigations, and manage RIDDOR reporting when necessary.
Emergency Leadership: As the Lead Fire Marshal, you coordinate fire drills, review emergency procedures, and manage the network of First Aiders and H&S reps.
Training & Culture: You design and deliver H&S training. Your goal is to move beyond "box-ticking" to embed a genuine safety culture across all operational teams.
What You Need:

Qualifications: You must hold an IOSH or NEBOSH certification.
Experience: Previous experience in agriculture, horticulture, or manufacturing is highly desirable. You need to be comfortable working across varied field and factory locations.
Skills: You must be a confident presenter with the interpersonal skills to advise and influence staff at all levels.
Tech Literacy: Proficient in standard computer systems for record-keeping and reporting.
Details:

Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days per week.
Reporting to: Head of People & Culture.
Contract: Permanent, Salaried.
Salary: Upto £45,000