Health & Safety Officer
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About Klipboard
At Klipboard we have introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work.
Klipboard’s brand brings together expertise across distribution, automotive, retail, rental, transport management, manufacturing, and field service management. We provide specialist software, services and support to deliver fully integrated trading‑management solutions worldwide, with offices in the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands, South Africa, Kenya and North America. Our mission is simple: to design and deliver high-performance, integrated ERP solutions that enable our customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively.
Key Responsibilities
* Translate organisational strategy into a proactive health, safety, and wellbeing framework.
* Work closely with senior leaders and operational teams to balance employee wellbeing and regulatory compliance with business needs.
* Identify and mitigate risks, support workforce safety planning, and contribute to organisational design from a duty‑of‑care perspective.
* Act as a bridge between the safety function, People and Facilities Team, and the wider business, building strong relationships and providing two‑way communication, insights, guidance and recommendations.
* Ensure that health and safety considerations are embedded into strategic decisions, operational planning and day‑to‑day practices.
Key Accountabilities
* Develop and maintain health and safety policies tailored to a tech/office environment.
* Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of office spaces and remote working practices.
* Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation, including HSE guidelines.
* Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
* Deliver health and safety inductions and training for new and existing staff.
* Collaborate with HR and Facilities to support wellbeing initiatives and ergonomic assessments.
* Maintain accurate records of incidents, inspections and training.
* Liaise with external bodies (e.g., HSE, fire safety officers) as required.
* Support business continuity and emergency planning.
* Travel to other UK office locations.
* Standard working hours with flexibility during audits or emergencies.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
* Qualifications & Experience
* NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
* Experience in a health and safety role, ideally within an office or tech environment.
* Strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders.
* Experience with DSE (Display Screen Equipment) assessments and remote work safety.
* Delivery of training (First Aid, Fire Safety, DSE).
* Desirable Skills
* IOSH membership or equivalent, or working towards.
* Experience with ISO 45001 or similar standards.
* First Aid or Fire Marshal certification.
* Knowledge of mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.
Company Information
We are excited to share our new company name – Klipboard. Previously Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS), we are re‑branding to bring together our expertise across distribution, automotive, retail, rental, transport management, manufacturing and field service management. We have offices worldwide and are looking for talented individuals to join our growing teams during this exciting next chapter.
Equal Opportunities
As a global company, we value and respect the diversity of our workforce, aiming to empower everyone to embrace each other's differences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity and inclusion are integral to our culture. If you require help, adjustments or support during the interview and offer process, please advise our TA or HR team.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industry: Software Development
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