We are seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Operational Support Manager to enhance safety and compliance across our educational segment. This pivotal role involves collaborating closely with our HSQE and Account Management Teams to reinforce safety processes at various sites.

This role is perfect for someone passionate about coaching staff to achieve peak performance and compliance. Expect considerable travel, with most days spent on the road and occasional overnight stays near work sites.

Location: Hybrid - North West, North East and Midlands

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. This role will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.

What you’ll do:

• Visit schools to review and support the implementation of Sodexo food safety and health and safety documentation, ensuring compliance.
• Actively assist in the mobilisation and stabilisation of new contracts, helping operational managers with H&S setup.
• Support operational teams in achieving compliance through the review and management of the Sodexo auditing tool (IAM).
• Develop an audit program to ensure consistent compliance across the area.
• Manage the reporting of school accidents/incidents to Salus, including support for pulse calls and statistical analysis.
• Provide training to support and develop team competency in line with segment HSEQ requirements.
• Work with site management to ensure client awareness of Health and Safety risks, maintaining equipment, and maintenance logs.

What you bring:

Essential

• Level 3 Food Safety Certification
• IOSH Certification
• Candidates should have a proven track record of effectively coaching and mentoring teams, demonstrating strong leadership and team-building skills.
• An aptitude for problem-solving with the ability to approach challenges creatively and efficiently.
• Strong leadership qualities, with the capability to inspire and motivate teams towards achieving goals and maintaining high standards.

Desirable

• Level 4 Food Safety Certification
• Experience in School Catering
• NEBOSH Certification

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company

For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!