Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Derby
Client: Smiths News
Location: Derby, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 4
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description
Nationwide travel required
About the role
* Responsible for delivering the health, safety, and environmental risk strategy as set by the Head of Safety & Risk.
* Implementing ISO-certified safety and environmental management systems.
* Acting as the Subject Matter Expert for health and safety, environmental risk, and safety culture at Smiths News, including road transport and operational yard safety at company and third-party locations.
* Owning company health and safety policies, training programs, and audit regimes, ensuring appropriate arrangements are in place and managed effectively.
* Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to promote positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
* Maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance, such as HSE, DVSA, local authorities, and trade bodies.
* Ensuring incidents and accidents are thoroughly investigated by trained colleagues, with escalation as necessary, and liaising with external agencies like emergency services and media.
What we can offer you
We offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, and a 5% matched pension. Additionally, you will have access to:
* £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
* Company-funded Health Cash Plan covering healthcare costs such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy
* 24/7 e-learning modules, training, and development opportunities
* Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, and more
About you
* Nebosh Level 3 qualification or equivalent
* Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems
* Auditing qualifications and experience
* Environmental risk management qualifications
* Extensive accident investigation experience, including root cause analysis
* Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to negotiate and influence at senior levels
* A valid UK driving license (company car may be provided)
Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
About us
Smiths News is the UK’s largest news wholesaler, serving 22,400 retailers daily from 33 distribution centers.
We value inclusion and diversity and are committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.
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