Environment Health Safety Lead

We are looking for a strategic and experienced Safety, Health & Environment Compliance Lead, Europe to join our Group Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) function. The role could be based either in Peiniche, Portugal or Gdynia, Poland.

This is a high-impact regional role where you will drive SHE excellence across multiple plants and offices, ensuring compliance, strengthening standards, and supporting continuous improvement aligned with Thai Union’s global strategy.

You will work closely with Business Unit Directors, Plant SHE teams, and Group SHE leadership, reporting directly to the Group SHE Managing Director.

Your Responsibilities

• Support and execute the BU / regional SHE strategy and improvement roadmap
• Ensure implementation of Group SHE standards and compliance across all sites
• Monitor SHE performance, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions
• Lead internal audits, inspections, and support external audit responses
• Oversee incident management, ensuring effective investigation and prevention
• Guide and support Plant SHE teams on programs, risk assessments, and best practices
• Drive SHE capability building through training and development initiatives
• Lead, coach, and develop Plant SHE Managers, fostering a strong safety culture

Why Choose Us?

Our Values - We believe our values shape our culture. We are a team of passionate, humble, and respectful individuals, driven by a responsible and collaborative approach to our work.

Strategic Impact - Play a key role in shaping and driving SHE strategy across a global organization.

Purpose-Driven Work - Contribute to protecting people, environment, and operations in a responsible and sustainable way.

About You

• Strong expertise in Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards and compliance
• Proven experience in a regional or multi-site SHE role within manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and develop teams
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on when needed
• Fluent in English

About Us:

Thai Union Group Public Company Limited (‘TU’), listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand, is the world’s trusted seafood leader. For over 40 years, we have delivered high-quality, safe, and delicious seafood products to consumers globally. Today, Thai Union is the world’s largest processor of shelf-stable tuna, supported by a global workforce of more than 46,000 employees.

Our global brand portfolio includes Chicken of the Sea, John West, Petit Navire, Parmentier, Mareblu, King Oscar, and Rügen Fisch, as well as Thailand’s leading brands Sealect, Fisho, Marvo, Bellotta, and Q fresh. We also play a significant role as a Private Label (OEM) producer for customers worldwide.

Guided by our vision of “Healthy Living, Healthy Oceans”, we are committed to responsible sourcing, ocean conservation, and the wellbeing of the people and communities we work with. Our global sustainability strategy, SeaChange®, drives measurable progress in protecting the marine environment and transforming the seafood industry.

Our values—passionate, humble, respectful, responsible, collaborative, and innovative—shape how we work and support our customers. We are also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work in a global organization with strong growth ambitions
• Exposure to international operations and leadership teams
• A supportive and collaborative working environment

Next Step

If you are passionate about driving safety, health, and environmental excellence at scale, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and our recruitment team will review your application. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an initial discussion followed by interviews with key stakeholders