National HSE Manager (Food Safety, Health and Safety)

Regional HSE Manager – Restaurant Associates & Rapport
UK-wide (Regional Travel Required)
Restaurant Associates (Compass Group Plc)
Full Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Restaurant Associates, part of Compass Group Plc, is seeking an experienced Regional Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager to support our Venues and Rapport teams across the UK.

Compass Group is a £20 billion turnover global organisation and the world’s leading provider of food and support services. With operations spanning seven key business sectors. Foodservice, Support Services, Business & Industry, Healthcare & Seniors, Education, Sports & Leisure, and Defence, Offshore & Remote—we serve millions of customers daily across diverse environments including offices, factories, universities, hospitals, iconic venues, and remote locations.

About the Role

As a Regional HSE Manager, you will be instrumental in shaping and embedding a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across our venues and Rapport business. You'll work closely with operational leaders, providing expert advice and hands-on support to enable teams to manage their HSE responsibilities effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide competent HSE guidance and support to operational managers across all sectors
• Communicate critical HSE messages and drive compliance across regional teams
• Lead and support incident investigations and enforcement responses in collaboration with HR and Legal
• Champion the implementation of corporate HSE programmes and initiatives
• Conduct audits, inspections, and data analysis to ensure compliance with Compass policies and procedures

About You:

• Proven experience in HSE management, ideally within food service or manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of Food Safety and Allergen management is highly desirable
• Holds (or is working toward) an IOSH qualification (NEBOSH is advantageous)
• A natural leader—motivational, proactive, and results-driven
• Highly organised with sound judgment and the ability to prioritise effectively
• Honest, consistent, and respected by peers
• Flexible, adaptable, and committed to regional travel across the UK

Why Join Us?

Working with Restaurant Associates means being part of an organisation that values innovation, excellence, and partnership. As a trusted part of Compass Group, you’ll have access to exceptional career development opportunities, resources, and a supportive team that is passionate about safety, quality, and people.