Location : Cambrai (close to Lille)

Segment : Royal Canin France

Contract Type : Permanent

The HSE Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping the site’s safety and environmental culture, driving key compliance and continuous improvement processes, and actively partnering with the Factory Management Team to influence strategic decisions.

What are we looking for?

• Engineering degree with a minimum of 10 years' experience in Safety and/or Environmental management.

• Specialization in Safety / Environment / Quality Management / Risk Assessment.

• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards in Safety, Environment and Quality.

• Experience in HSE systems, procedures, audits and continuous improvement.

• Ability to influence, engage and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

• Strong analytical mindset and data‑driven decision making.

• Fluent in English & French.

• Leadership qualities: autonomy, integrity, conflict management, motivating others.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Define and drive the HSE vision of the site and embed a zero‑incident culture.

• Lead and develop the local HSE team and act as the site HSE expert.

• Build, communicate and monitor the site HSE strategy and annual plans, aligned with global and regional directions.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Mars corporate standards.

• Implement and maintain HSE management systems, procedures and policies.

• Lead incident response, investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Use a data‑driven approach to prioritize actions and influence site leadership.

• Collaborate with Occupational Health & Wellness teams for injury case management.

• Own and execute site security requirements.

• Manage risk management activities, asset conservation and property loss control.

• Drive timely actions following third‑party audits and risk assessments.

• Act as a member of the Factory Management Team and regional HSE community.

What can you expect from Mars?

• You will join Royal Canin, a global leader in Petcare, with a strong purpose and science‑based approach.

• A role at the heart of the Cambrai production site, contributing directly to the safety and sustainability of operations.

• A company that invests in people development, continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• A collaborative environment where your expertise will influence strategic decisions.

• A culture that values wellbeing, diversity, inclusion and associate engagement.