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Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)
Client: Smiths News
Location: Reading, 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
* 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.
* Serving as Subject Matter Expert on Health and Safety, Environmental risk, and Safety Culture, covering road transport and operational yard safety at Smiths News and third-party locations.
* Owning company health and safety policies, training, and audits, ensuring proper arrangements are in place.
* Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to promote positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
* Building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities).
* Investigating incidents and accidents with trained colleagues, escalating issues appropriately, and liaising with emergency services and media when necessary.
What we can offer you
Enjoy benefits like free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, 5% pension match, and access to:
* £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
* Company-funded Health Cash Plan for healthcare costs
* 24/7 e-learning modules, training, and development opportunities
* Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work schemes, and more
About you
* Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
* Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems
* Auditing qualifications and experience
* Environmental Risk qualifications
* Extensive Accident Investigation experience including root cause analysis
* Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to influence at senior levels
* Valid UK driving license (company car may be provided)
Note: You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.
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, striving to create a culture that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. We are committed to an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.
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