Job Description
Health & Safety Partner – Perm – Kent (Hybrid) - £45K
We’re working with a major UK infrastructure organisation at the heart of national logistics and trade, looking to appoint a Health & Safety Partner to play a key role in shaping and delivering a progressive safety culture.
This is a high-impact, visible role where you’ll influence operations across a complex, multi-activity environment—combining strategic input with hands-on delivery.
The Role
You’ll act as a trusted partner to operational leaders, driving safety performance and embedding best practice across a varied, high-risk setting.
Key responsibilities:
* Partner with leaders to improve H&S performance and culture
* Provide expert advice on risk, governance and compliance
* Lead incident investigations, audits and reporting
* Support emergency planning, contractor management & critical controls
* Deliver training, coaching and behavioural safety initiatives
* Contribute to ISO 45001 systems and wider safety strategy
About You
You’re a proactive, solutions-focused H&S professional who thrives in operational environments and can influence at all levels.
Essential:
* NEBOSH Diploma / NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent)
* Experience in complex or high-risk environments
* Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation
* Experience with audits, investigations and compliance
* Working knowledge of ISO 45001
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Background in infrastructure, logistics, marine, construction or similar
* Experience with contractor management / CDM
* Exposure to behavioural safety or continuous improvement
* Interest in using digital/AI tools to enhance safety culture
What’s on Offer
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave
* Generous pension & discretionary bonus
* Private healthcare & life assurance
* Employee perks, discounts & wellbeing support
* Free parking + cycle to work scheme