Site EHS Specialist – Oakthorpe

Company: Arla Foods
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Location: London
Job Description:

Site EHS Specialist

Arla Foods, Oakthorpe Dairy – Chequers Way, Palmers Green N13 6BU

Days based role – Monday – Friday

Looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast‑paced manufacturing company? We are currently seeking an experienced and talented individual to join our Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety (QEHS) team as a key member. As a EHS Specialist, you will report directly to the QEHS Manager and play a vital role in driving the site’s environmental, health and safety agenda, implementing new processes, and influencing positive change.

How will you make an impact?

  • Lead and coordinate site‑wide EHS activities, ensuring compliance with legal, company, and food safety standards
  • Promote a safe, inclusive, and quality‑focused culture across teams and departments
  • Support and continuously improve EHS systems, policies, training, and site improvement plans
  • Drive data‑led decision making, reporting, digital adoption, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Partner with internal teams, customers, and external authorities, including audits, investigations, and customer relationship support

What will you need to succeed?

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a health & safety specialist or manager role within the FMCG industry.
  • Excellent relationship‑building skills, capable of establishing genuine and productive connections.
  • Ideally, a degree or equivalent qualification within a relevant discipline.
  • Demonstrated professional integrity and a passion for excellence.
  • Proficiency in IT skills.

What do we offer?

In return you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package and the opportunity to work with a market leading company. You will work on site at Oakthorpe as part of a close knit and technically specialised team. We’re committed to your growth and development, offering internal and external training opportunities. You’ll enjoy a competitive salary, matched pension contributions up to 6%, life assurance, and flexible benefits.

Want to apply?

Please apply using the link or reach out to Rachel McDaid, Senior Talent Partner, at ramci@arlafoods.com. The closing date for this position is Friday 29th May 2026.

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Posted: May 22nd, 2026