Head of Environment, Health and Safety

Based - St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 2RE (can also be based from one of our other UK manufacturing sites) 

Permanent, Full Time

Package includes car allowance, bonus and private medical insurance

At Premier Foods, we’re proud to play our part in feeding the nation through our well‑known and much‑loved brands. Safety, sustainability and care for our people are fundamental to how we operate, and we’re now looking for a Head of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) to lead this agenda at a critical time for the business.

The role

Reporting to the Group QHSE Director, you’ll set and lead the company‑wide EHS strategy, ensuring a safe, compliant and environmentally responsible manufacturing and supply operation. This is a senior, highly visible role with influence across the organisation, supporting sustainable growth by protecting our people, products and sites.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the Group EHS strategy, aligned to business priorities and sustainability commitments
• Drive mid‑to‑long term safety and environmental programmes that embed strong culture, capability and behaviours
• Partner with senior leaders on investment planning for machinery safety, workplace environment and environmental infrastructure
• Own the EHS training, induction and Duty Holder competency framework across the organisation
• Lead the EHS digital agenda, working closely with IT, engineering and transformation teams
• Use data and insight to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement
• Provide leadership in the event of EHS incidents or crises
• Lead and develop the site EHS leadership community, holding leaders to account
• Manage senior external relationships, including regulators, insurers and industry bodies

About you

• Significant leadership experience heading an EHS function within a regulated environment
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
• NEBOSH National Diploma / IOSH (or equivalent)
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead organisation‑wide change
• Experience managing budgets and resources effectively
• Strong track record of developing high‑performing teams

Why join Premier Foods?

You’ll join a business with iconic brands, clear purpose and ambitious plans for the future. We believe in thinking big, driving change and acting together to create an environment where our people can thrive and make a real impact.

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. 

We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.