Job Description

Overview:

Join Our Team at Polish Village Bread. We are a well-established bakery with deep roots in traditional craftsmanship and a strong reputation for delivering authentic products across the UK. We are now looking for an experienced and proactive

Technical & Safety Compliance Manager

to join us on-site and oversee compliance across food safety, quality, and health & safety.

This is a crucial role at the heart of our operations--perfect for someone with strong technical expertise, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for maintaining and improving compliance standards in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Safety & Quality (Technical):

Lead and manage all technical, food safety, and quality assurance activities on-site Develop, implement, and maintain food safety and quality systems in line with BRCGS, HACCP, and UK legal requirements Conduct internal audits, inspections, and risk assessments across production areas Maintain accurate documentation, including traceability, CCP/temperature checks, calibration, and sanitation logs Work closely with production, hygiene, and technical teams to drive continuous improvement and manage corrective/preventative actions Handle customer complaints, non-conformances, and root-cause investigations Liaise with suppliers to verify compliance of raw materials, packaging, and specifications

Health & Safety Compliance:

Oversee workplace health & safety compliance in line with UK regulations Conduct H&S risk assessments, fire safety checks, and workplace inspections Support and monitor safe working practices across all departments Provide training on food safety, hygiene, GMPs, and relevant H&S procedures

Regulatory & Certification Compliance:

Ensure site readiness for BRCGS, environmental health inspections, and third-party audits Keep up to date with changes in legislation, industry standards, and best practices Maintain the site's technical files, policies, and compliance documentation

Requirements:

Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Health & Safety, or a related field (preferred) Proven experience in a technical, food safety, or compliance management role within food manufacturing; bakery experience highly desirable Strong working knowledge of HACCP (Level 3 or above) and BRCGS standards Experience with internal auditing and technical compliance Good understanding of UK food safety and health & safety legislation Excellent communication, leadership, and training skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality/compliance management systems Fluency in Polish is preferred due to the nature of the team and operations
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: In person