Hybrid Health & Safety Officer | Manchester | Up to £35,000 + Benefits
Hybrid working with national travel (including overnight stays) required between March and September, approximately once or twice a week
Role Purpose
To assist with and, where appropriate, lead or facilitate the implementation of Health & Safety management systems to ensure legal compliance and promote safe working practices. The role involves delivering training, providing strategic advice, conducting risk assessments, and performing compliance audits across retail, office, concessions, and warehouse operations.
Health & Safety Officer Key Responsibilities
Conduct and review detailed risk assessments across all operational areas including retail, office, and concessions.
Carry out internal compliance audits to ensure adherence to legal requirements and company policies.
Support and improve the Health & Safety Management System, maintaining all related documentation (e.g., Safe Working Methods, COSHH, manual handling assessments, emergency procedures).
Provide training and inductions for new employees and deliver in-person training during national site visits.
Investigate incidents, near misses, and accidents; compile reports, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
Assist with the development of Health & Safety Business Plans and project initiatives.
Advise on best practices, including contractor management by reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
Liaise with internal stakeholders (Retail, Distribution, Facilities, Imports, Sales, Product teams) and external bodies (HSE, Local Authorities, solicitors, insurers).
Provide Health & Safety support and cover within warehouse/logistics operations when required.
Maintain accurate Health & Safety digital records and GDPR-compliant data.
Health & Safety Officer Qualifications & Experience
NEBOSH National General Certificate - Essential
IOSH membership - desirable
First Aid and Fire Marshal certification - desirable
Full, clean UK driving licence - Essential
Minimum 3 years' experience in Health & Safety within retail, warehousing/logistics, or office environments
Proven experience with risk assessments, compliance auditing, and risk management projects
Knowledge of fire safety, asbestos, legionella controls, and basic engineering/electrical safety preferred
Health & Safety Officer Benefits
Profit Share Bonus
Future-Proof Pension
Annual Leave: 25 days + Bank Holidays
Buy More Leave: Option to purchase up to an additional 3 days of annual leave each year
Exclusive Discounts on products and services
Loyalty Rewards: Earn an extra day off for every 3 years of service, up to 2 additional days
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity schemes after 2 years of service
Birthday Hours: Additional time off to celebrate your special day
Wellness Walks: Company-organised walks to stay active and connect with colleagues
Work in a state-of-the-art Head Office environment
Volunteer Day: Paid day off to give back to the community
Free, secure on-site parking
Access to subsidised canteen meals, including Starbucks coffee
Cycle to Work scheme
Fitness Perks: Discounted gym memberships at various locations
Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements
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