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.RequirementsDiploma 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.BenefitsWhat can we offer you? Company PensionPaid Maternity Leave Further Education support - You’ll have clear pathways for advancement, supported by continuous professional development and a range of learning opportunitiesSubsidized CanteenRefer 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#IND
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.
Requirements
- 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.
Benefits
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
#IND
Kepak is one of Europe's leading food producers with 15 manufacturing plants across Ireland and the UK. Meat craft, trusted quality and excellent service are the pillars of our proud heritage. Sustainability and animal welfare keep us grounded in the presence of nature and our communities. Innovation and inspirational nutrition drive our business to develop and grow.
Kepak is one of Europe's leading food producers with 15 manufacturing plants across Ireland and the UK. Meat craft, trusted quality and excellent service are the pillars of our proud heritage. Sustainability and animal welfare keep us grounded in the presence of nature and our communities. Innovation and inspirational nutrition drive our business to develop and grow.
