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Job ID:  78162
Date:  Oct 20, 2025
Job function:  Quality, SHE & Security
Experience level:  Experienced Hire
Business:  HNC Manufacturing and Technology

Lead Specialist, SHE Occupational Health

Job title – Lead Specialist, SHE Occupational Health

Location – UK (Dalry)

Job model – On Site

 

 

We have a vacancy within the SHE Department working dayshift.

 

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. 

 

 

 

Your key responsibilities

 

  • Champion SHE excellence and Occupational Health (OH) for the Dalry Site
  • Provide practical advice on Safety and Occupational Health issues
  • Manage, develop and implement Occupational Safety and Health systems to ensure compliance with Corporate and UK legislation
  • Lead completion and review of Occupational Health and Safety risk assessments, such as manual handling, ergonomics, COSHH, etc.
  • Ensure site wide implementation of chemicals legislation REACH, CLP and GHS requirements
  • Provide support as Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser on site
  • Provides support for the management of asbestos and legionella on site
  • Co-ordinate and conduct workplace Occupational hygiene monitoring requirements
  • Manage site chemical inventory and lead Health Risk Assessment (HRA) of chemical inventory
  • Provide technical advice and leadership to implement Safety and OH system improvements
  • Conduct audits and inspections on Occupational Health and Safety standards
  • Support on-site radiation tasks/radiography in the role of Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS)
  • Provide support to the Occupational Health Nurse
  • Investigate Safety and OH incidents on site and ensure compliance with site and dsm-firmenich standards
  • Maintains a close working relationship with production and gains area specific SHE knowledge
  • Support at department safety meetings
  • Preparation, delivery and co-ordination of Safety and Occupational Health training such as Manual Handling, RPE and work at height
  • Provide support and expertise to manage exposure control systems LEVs and RPE
  • Support SHE reports and maintenance of relevant systems, accreditations and standards
  • Ensure PPE in compliance with dsm-firmenich standards and support PPE evaluation as needed
  • Prepare and revise SHE policies and procedures
  • Maintain good relationships with external regulators

 

 

We offer:

 

•Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

•Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.

•Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.

•” Customer-first” approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.

•A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.

 

 

You bring

 

  • Successful candidate will have a keen interest in SHE and have suitable qualifications relating to SHE eg. NEBOSH Diploma. 
  • Experience of managing SHE within manufacturing/multi-project environment is desirable however a development package will be provided to bridge any skills gap. 
  • A thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel, Word and PowerPoint is essential. 
  • Candidate should have proven track record of competence in their current role with excellent interpersonal, planning and organization skills. 
  • Other essential behaviors are : self-motivation, team player, excellent communication and auditing skills and ability to engage positively with others.

 

 

The application process

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal.

 

 

Equal Opportunities Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

 

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.  

 

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. 

 

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

 

About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com

 

Pease note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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