Senior Health and Safety and Operations Manager - Joe Browns Ltd - Leeds
(2026-04)
- Developed, implemented, and maintained Health & Safety policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance with UK legislation and HSE regulations.
- Led the company's Health & Safety management system, promoting a proactive safety culture across warehouse, retail, and office operations.
- Conducted and reviewed risk assessments and created safe systems of work.
- Investigated workplace accidents and incidents.
- Implemented and delivered toolbox talks, and mandatory training to improve workforce competence and compliance.
- Managed fire safety, emergency planning, evacuation procedures, and disaster recovery planning across business.
- Worked closely with the Warehouse Manager to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant day-to-day warehouse operations.
- Oversaw warehouse safety standards, ensuring correct use of PPE, safe manual handling practices, and compliance with operational procedures.
- Supported operational improvement projects focused on increasing warehouse efficiency, improving productivity, optimising warehouse layout, and enhancing stock accuracy.
- Managed compliance for employee training and certifications, including First Aid, and Fire Marshal qualifications.
- Partnered with senior leadership, warehouse, retail, and head office teams to improve operational performance, regulatory compliance, and overall business efficiency.
- Developed and implemented a compliance tracker covering all Health & Safety requirements for the Head office, Warehouse and stores.
- Introduced pre-start safety inspection checklists across warehouse operations to improve compliance and equipment safety.
- Improved the visibility and effectiveness of Health & Safety notice boards and safety signage across the site.
- Collaborated closely with the Board of Directors and departmental managers to support business objectives, maintain operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company standards.
Health and Safety Manager (Two Sites) - Troy Foods Ltd - Leeds
(2025-10 - 2026-04)
- Lead the site Health & Safety meeting including driving cross-functional communication and continuous safety improvements on both sites.
- Manage the Health & Safety budget and approve purchase orders.
- Lead site-wide accident prevention initiatives and foster a proactive safety culture.
- Implement risk reduction strategies to enhance site safety performance.
- Maintain and continuously improve the Safety Management System.
- Oversee ISO 45001 certification and manage ongoing accreditation renewals.
- Develop and deliver annual Health & Safety improvement and compliance plans.
- Manage RIDDOR reporting and lead accident/incident investigations.
- Coordinate annual insurance reviews, prepare defence files for claims, and liaise with external solicitors as required.
- Oversee emergency response planning and drills, including evacuation procedures, fire safety drills, and scenario-based training.
- Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety legislation across both sites.
- Develop and implement Health and Safety strategies to mitigate risks and improve safety culture.
- Review risk assessments, Sop, SSOW and training across the sites.
- Review and approve high-risk RAMS, particularly for contractors, where required.
- Promote a Safety Culture.
- Providing advice to business on daily basis regarding health and safety related tasks/ best practices and safe way of working.
- Conducting regular safety audits and inspections.
- Supporting business with any health and safety issues when required.
- Conducting incident/ accident investigations and root cause analyses if required.
SHE Coordinator / Deputy SHE Manager - Fox's Biscuits (FBC – part of Ferrero Group) - Batley
(2022-05 - 2025-10)
Led all site-wide Health, Safety & Environmental (SHE) functions, supporting over 1,100 employees on a complex, multi-level manufacturing site.
- Led regular Health & Safety Committee meetings to review performance and improve safety standards.
- Oversaw compliance with ISO 45001, prepared for recertification audits (BSI), and acted as Internal Auditor.
- Maintained and continuously improved the site's Safety Management System, including SOPs, RAMS, PUWER assessments, risk assessments, and inspection schedules.
- Managed HSE, EA, and Fire Officer inspections, addressed findings, and compiled reports for continuous improvement.
- Managed the SUSA and Near Miss system daily to track safety performance.
- Assisted with emergency planning, including evacuation procedures, bomb threats, ammonia leak scenarios, created the PESTOL, SWOT, and Risk & Opportunity registers.
- Raised purchase orders via the SAP system.
- Participated in weekly CDM, supporting project compliance and site safety planning (window projects).
- Developed and delivered employee H&S training, hazard awareness sessions, and inductions for new employees.
- Drove Lean Six Sigma projects, focusing on accident reduction and waste minimization.
- Monitored and maintained First Aid room stock, PPE procurement, and statutory signage.
- Managed and updated site communication boards, monthly campaigns, and audit matrices to keep all safety-related information current including KSR.
- Supported ISO 14001 and worked on ongoing sustainability goals.
- Attended daily operational meetings, addressed daily issues, and updated daily trackers, as well as monthly site SHE meetings.
- Conducted monthly SHE audits on the factory floor, ensuring compliance with safety standards and identifying improvement areas.
- Deputise for the SHE Manager when required.
Senior Machine Operator - Fox's Biscuits (FBC) - Batley
(2016-12 - 2022-05)
Operated and maintained robotic and packaging machinery including Schubert, Ovens, Carton, and Wrapping Machines.
- Conducted daily quality assurance checks, resolved technical issues, and ensured production targets were met.
- Trained junior operators in machine operation, hygiene procedures, and safety protocols.
- Completed detailed production logs and defect reports.
- Adhered to all health and safety procedures and company policies.
Machine Operator - Fox's Biscuits (FBC) - Batley
(2009-02 - 2016-12)
Operated high-speed production and packaging machinery, including ovens, robotic systems shubert, kuka, carton machines, opm robots, wrapping machines, ensuring the correct efficient and continuous production is met and any other requirements.
- Monitored machine performance and production output, making real-time adjustments to maintain quality standards and meet daily production targets.
- Conducted routine quality control checks/ metal / QA on products to ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and company specifications.
- Performed basic maintenance, fault-finding, and troubleshooting to minimise downtime and support engineering teams during breakdowns.
- Followed strict food hygiene, health & safety, and HACCP procedures at all times in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Accurately completed production records, downtime logs, and defect reports to support traceability and continuous improvement when required.
- Assisted/ conducted with machine changeovers, line setups, and product transitions to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
- Worked collaboratively with supervisors, quality teams, and engineers to resolve issues and improve production efficiency and met the customer requirements.
General Production Operator - Fox's Biscuits (FBC) - Batley
(2008-07 - 2009-02)
Assisted in the production and packaging the biscuits to the outers.
- Performed visual quality checks to identify damaged, or incorrectly packaged products.
- Handled raw materials and finished products safely, ensuring correct placement, packing, code and labelling.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in line with food safety regulations.
- Followed all health & safety procedures, including manual handling and use of PPE.
- Supported line changeovers
