Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist (Hiring Immediately), West Midlands
Client: Smiths News
Location: West Midlands
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 3
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description
Nationwide travel
About the role
* Responsible for delivering the health, safety, and environmental risk strategy of the business as set by the Head of Safety & Risk.
* Implementing ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
* Acting as the Subject Matter Expert for Smiths News on health and safety, environmental risk, and safety culture, including road transport and operational yard safety at Smiths News and third-party locations.
* Managing company health and safety policies, training, and audits to ensure suitable arrangements are in place.
* Delivering the Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness program to embed positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
* Building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in health and safety compliance.
* Ensuring incidents and accidents are fully investigated and liaising with external stakeholders as needed.
What we can offer you
In addition to free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, and a 5% matched pension, benefits include:
* £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
* Company-funded Health Cash Plan for healthcare costs
* Access to 24/7 e-learning modules, training, and development opportunities
* Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, and more
About you
* At least Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
* Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems
* Auditing qualifications and experience
* Environmental risk management qualifications
* Extensive accident investigation experience with root cause analysis
* Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
* A valid UK driving license (company car may be provided)
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 diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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