Head Of Environmental, Health & Safety LRS

YOU

As our Head of HSE reporting to the GB&I QEHS Director, you will in this diverse, role provide EHS and Supply chain sustainability leadership across the Suntory GB&I business, ensuring the highest operational standards and compliance.  As part of the Suntory Beverage and Food Europe Zero Harm program, this role will accelerate the safety culture and drive the Zero Harm mindset throughout the GB&I business. The scope of the role includes EHS at Coleford manufacturing site, head-office, Ireland office plus soft FM services and waste management at Coleford.

YOUR ROLE

• To define and maintain the highest level of operational EHS standards, and compliance with all internal and external standards, regulatory requirements, environmental permits and associated monitoring programs (inc. ISO14001, ISO45001, MCERTS, FEMAS).
• Development of GB&I EHS strategic mid- and long-term improvement plans
• Support SBF GB&I teams in achieving safe Gemba across factories, wholesale, farms and warehouses.
• Lead EHS incident management through effective decision making, communication and RCA investigations.
• Drive the regional EHS Zero Harm strategy through roll out of DSS+ safety leadership program
• Ensure that capital investments are aligned with EHS requirements and demonstrate effective project ownership, leadership and execution.
• Responsible for the provision of security, contracted services and waste management at the Coleford manufacturing plant
• Lead GB&I supply chain sustainability program to deliver 2030 targets, including Carbon Net Zero, waste and water reduction targets.
• Management of ~£2.5M annual overhead budget for EHS, contracted services and safety training.
• Active membership of SBF GB&I SLT and European EHS Managers Group
• Foster employee engagement, development, talent management and succession planning
• Champion Suntory principles and role model the Suntory leadership behaviours

WHAT YOU BRING

• Experience of operational EHS leadership experience, preferably within a FMCG role
• Proven expertise in Environment, Health and Safety & sustainability management supported by NEBOSH Level 6, IEMA and other specific qualifications relevant to the field.
• Experience of successfully defining and implementing EHS strategies within industrial settings
• Strong technical understanding of legislative safety requirements, manufacturing plant design, and operational standards
• Experience of implementing and maintaining EHS Management systems and leading improvement /change programs across all levels of the organisation.
• Experience of leading incident management
• Experience of communicating complex issues to a non-technical audience
• Experience of using data to facilitate risk-based EHS decision making
• Experience of managing effective and efficient waste and recycling operations
• Proven development of people managers
• Budget ownership and management

ABOUT US

Suntory is a Japanese company and the world’s third biggest player in the drinks industry. The continuous success and growth of each individual makes Growing for Good possible. We believe in moving forward boldly, together. Our Coleford Factory was built in 1946 and spanning 53 acres, our factory employs more than 300 people who help make our much-loved drinks, Lucozade and Ribena. Our diverse and iconic portfolio include amongst many other brands, Orangina, Yamazaki and Hibiki whiskies, Premium Malts and V. We wouldn’t achieve what we do without our people who are at the heart of everything we do. Our people unleash their spirit daily; they craft exceptional drinks, and they fuel our Growth

YOUR FUTURE WITH US

Joining Suntory isn’t just about taking on a role, it’s about embarking on a career journey. You have the opportunity to work with talented, inspiring and authentic leaders and have the freedom to dream big and go for it (Yatte Minahare). At Suntory you’ll find a supportive work environment that values work life balance and that will help you realise your full potential and grow for good. Our People and Culture team are a team that genuinely care about creating a great experience for our employees and we would love you to be part of it.

OUR COMMITMENT

At Suntory, we greatly appreciate the value that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds can bring. Our colleagues from a wide range of cultures, lifestyles, and experiences contribute significantly to our collective success. We understand that our candidates all have unique career trajectories and experiences, and this can sometimes deter you from applying for a role if you don’t feel that you meet all the criteria. If you believe that you have relevant skills and experience that you feel could benefit us, we would love to know what unique perspectives and experience you can bring to help make us better, together in a company that is committed to Growing for Good and Giving Back to Society.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based on the skills and competencies of the above role. We are committed to and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our recruitment process and do not discriminate based on gender, race or ethnic background, class, economic status, disability status, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, marital status or any other protected characteristic. We want to ensure that our interview process is as inclusive as possible. If you require any reasonable accommodation as part of the process, do not hesitate to let your recruiter know who will be happy to help.