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About the role
* Responsible for delivering the health, safety, and environmental risk strategy of the business as set by the Head of Safety & Risk.
* Implementing ISO-certified safety and environmental management systems.
* Acting as Subject Matter Expert for Smiths News on health and safety, environmental risk, and safety culture, including all road transport and operational yard safety at Smiths News and third-party locations.
* Owning company health and safety policies, training, and audit regimes, ensuring suitable arrangements are in place and managed effectively.
* Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to embed positive behaviors and foster a just safety culture.
* Maintaining positive relationships and dialogue with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Bodies).
* Ensuring all incidents and accidents are thoroughly investigated by trained colleagues, with appropriate escalation and external stakeholder liaison when necessary.
What we can offer you
We offer benefits including 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 additional health benefits
About you
* At least Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
* Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems
* Auditing qualifications and experience
* Environmental risk management qualifications
* Extensive accident investigation experience, including root cause analysis
* Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to negotiate and influence at senior levels
* A valid UK driving license (company car may be provided)
Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
About us
Smiths News is the UK's largest news wholesaler, serving 22,400 retailers daily from 33 distribution centers.
Inclusion and diversity are important to us. We are committed to building a culture that embraces people from all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News aims to create an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.
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