Group Health & Safety Manager – FMCG (6-Month Contract)
CV-LibraryEdinburgh, City of EdinburghcontractPosted: 11 May 2026
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We are supporting a large, multi-site FMCG business in the appointment of a Group Health & Safety Manager on a 6-month contract. This is a key interim role, responsible for leading H&S strategy, compliance, and culture across multiple manufacturing and distribution sites in a fast-paced operational environment.
Working closely with senior leadership and site teams, you will provide clear direction on health & safety performance, ensuring consistent standards across the group while driving continuous improvement and behavioural safety.
Key responsibilities:
* Lead and deliver the group H&S strategy during the contract period
* Partner with site leadership across multiple FMCG locations
* Drive improvements in safety culture and operational compliance
* Ensure adherence to UK H&S legislation and company standards
* Oversee audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
* Report on H&S performance to senior stakeholders
* Provide visible, hands-on leadership across all sites
Candidate requirements:
* Proven H&S leadership experience within FMCG, manufacturing, or similar environments
* Strong understanding of UK H&S legislation and operational application
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent); IOSH Chartered status preferred
* Experience in multi-site or group-level roles
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to influence at all levels
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced H&S professional to step into a senior interim role and make an immediate impact within a leading FMCG organisation
We are supporting a large, multi-site FMCG business in the appointment of a Group Health & Safety Manager on a 6-month contract. This is a key interim role, responsible for leading H&S strategy, compliance, and culture across multiple manufacturing and distribution sites in a fast-paced operational environment.
Working closely with senior leadership and site teams, you will provide clear direction on health & safety performance, ensuring consistent standards across the group while driving continuous improvement and behavioural safety.
Key responsibilities:
* Lead and deliver the group H&S strategy during the contract period
* Partner with site leadership across multiple FMCG locations
* Drive improvements in safety culture and operational compliance
* Ensure adherence to UK H&S legislation and company standards
* Oversee audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
* Report on H&S performance to senior stakeholders
* Provide visible, hands-on leadership across all sites
Candidate requirements:
* Proven H&S leadership experience within FMCG, manufacturing, or similar environments
* Strong understanding of UK H&S legislation and operational application
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent); IOSH Chartered status preferred
* Experience in multi-site or group-level roles
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to influence at all levels
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced H&S professional to step into a senior interim role and make an immediate impact within a leading FMCG organisation