Role Summary
In this role, you're part of the driving force behind JLR's success. Helping steer operational excellence across our corporate teams, from governance to talent - you'll be at the epicentre of the business. Your contributions will transform our iconic brands and shape the future of modern luxury. Become part of a global business and create exceptional. As a Safety Manager within Occupational Health & Safety, you will play a pivotal role in driving JLR's Zero Harm ambition. You will support the development, deployment and continuous improvement of safety policies, processes and risk‑management systems across your assigned manufacturing locations, providing strategic guidance, technical expertise and hands‑on leadership to ensure safety standards are fully embedded and consistently applied. Supporting the sites as a Safety Practitioner in a Leadership capacity, you will drive compliance with corporate requirements, regulatory obligations and ISO 45001. Working closely with site leadership, Trade Unions, safety representatives and cross‑functional teams, you will influence culture, strengthen governance and enable the business to proactively identify, manage and reduce risk.
Responsibilities
* Facilitate the creation and deployment of clear safety objectives that will support out Zero Harm ambition, aligned to risk profiles, performance data and strategic priorities
* Provide competent safety advice to senior leaders, constructively challenging to ensure safe and compliant operations
* Drive robust risk‑management activities, including incident reviews, risk assessments and assurance processes
* Influence and strengthen behavioural safety culture through team engagement, leader coaching and workforce involvement programmes
* Ensure full compliance with corporate policies, legal requirements and management‑system expectations, escalating risks where necessary
* Prepare and deliver high‑quality presentations, reports and updates for leadership and governance forums, building strong cross‑functional relationships to support aligned risk ownership
* Identify, champion and implement best‑practice safety initiatives, staying ahead of industry innovations and regulatory changes
Qualifications
* Proven experience in a Health & Safety management role, ideally within manufacturing or other high‑risk environments
* Strong stakeholder‑engagement and influencing skills, with credibility at all organisational levels and with external bodies
* Experience designing and deploying safety processes, competency frameworks and risk‑management improvements
* Advanced analytical and problem‑solving ability, able to interpret data, identify systemic issues and recommend effective interventions
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly and negotiate effectively
* Full NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6) or equivalent, with strong digital literacy across safety systems, dashboards and reporting tools
* Chartered Member of IOSH or working towards
* Full UK driving licence
Benefits
* Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
* A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available
* A competitive pension
* A JLR company performance‑related bonus
* An employee learning scheme providing funding for education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning
* Access to open, employee‑led support and social networks
* Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
* Flexible working
Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependent on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details. Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non‑contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on‑site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage. We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.
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