About the job Compliance Manager
Technical and Compliance Manager (HSEQ) Fresh Produce / High-Care Food Production
Location: West London | Full-time, Permanent
Are you a technical compliance leader with a strong background in fresh produce or high-risk food manufacturing? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major player in the UK fresh produce supply chain, known for delivering responsibly sourced, high-quality fruit and vegetables to major UK retailers.
We are seeking a Compliance Manager to lead the technical compliance function at depot level. You will champion food safety and health & safety, oversee site audits and certifications, and implement a robust Total Quality Management System to ensure safe, legal, and high-quality products.
What You will Be Doing:
- Lead all compliance activities across site (H&S, food safety, environmental standards).
- Manage all BRC, customer, and regulatory audits (announced/unannounced).
- Drive a strong food safety and quality culture across the depot.
- Develop and maintain the HACCP, verification, validation, and risk assessment processes.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, external suppliers, and customers.
- Lead training and development to ensure the team remains compliant and audit-ready.
- Proactively address compliance issues, drive root cause resolution and continuous improvement.
- Support new product development (NPD) and customer onboarding from a compliance perspective.
What You will Bring:
- Degree in Food Science, Horticulture, Agriculture or similar.
- Level 4 HACCP & Food Safety certification.
- NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma (desirable).
- Experience working with BRC, GFSI, and major UK retailer standards.
- Strong knowledge of compliance in fresh produce, high-care, or chilled food environments.
- Hands-on auditing experience (internal and third-party).
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and decision-making skills.
- Data-driven mindset and a methodical approach to compliance reporting.
- Flexible to travel across UK sites and international farming operations.
Why Apply?
This is a senior compliance opportunity with a business that combines sustainability, innovation, and technical excellence. You will be part of a group with strong international roots and a long-standing reputation in fresh produce sourcing, packing, and distribution.
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If you are ready to make a real impact in food safety and compliance, we want to hear from you.