Health & Safety Manager

Kepak is a leading food company with 15 manufacturing sites and over 4,500 employees across Ireland and the UK, with a turnover of €1.75 billion.

The Group operates across three divisions: Meat Division Ireland, Foods Division and Meat Division UK. Guided by our values - Responsibility, Ambition, Passion for Food, and Teamwork. We are committed to operating as a successful, sustainable, future-ready business that is a great place to work. We supply fresh and value-added meat based products to retail and foodservice through private label and our own brands, including Rustlers, Big Al's and John Stone.

We're looking for a passionate Site Health & Safety Manager to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our Health & Safety programme at our site in Ballybay, Monaghan. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to influence safety culture across a busy operational site while partnering with managers, employees, contractors, and senior stakeholders.

Reporting directly to the Site Manager and working closely with the Group Health & Safety Team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain Health & Safety policies, procedures, and management systems.
• Identify hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement effective control measures.
• Support managers in embedding safe working practices across all operations.
• Lead audits, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action plans.
• Deliver safety training, inductions, and toolbox talks for employees and contractors.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on Health & Safety performance, KPIs, and compliance activities.
• Chair site safety meetings and provide regular reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure compliance with all legislative requirements.
• Promote a positive safety culture through engagement, coaching, and behavioural safety initiatives.
• Provide expert advice on occupational health, ergonomics, safe working practices, and equipment safety.

• Diploma in Safety and Health from an University or equivalent IOSH qualification 
• 3+ years post qualification experience in health and safety ideally food and / or manufacturing environments 
• Strong communicator with well-developed interpersonal skills  
• Ability to identify continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong IT sills and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point and other common software tools 
• A high level of attention to detail and accuracy 
• Experience in a Training environment would be beneficial 

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of site safety and make a visible impact on the wellbeing of our people and the success of our operations. You'll work alongside committed leaders, contribute to strategic initiatives, and help shape a culture where everyone goes home safe every day.

If you're passionate about creating safer workplaces and driving a culture of excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

What can we offer you?

• Company Pension
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Further Education support - You’ll have clear pathways for advancement, supported by continuous professional development and a range of learning opportunities
• Subsidized Canteen
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to Get up to €500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
• Bike to Work Scheme - Purchase a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees

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