Overview
Howdens Joinery is seeking a Regional Health and Safety Advisor to join our Trade Division, covering the Northeast & West of the country. This is a permanent, field-based position with travel across our northern depot network of 200 depots. Reporting directly to the Head of Health and Safety, you will champion the implementation of a simple, visual 45001 Health and Safety management system across the network of Trade Depots and Corporate Offices, working closely with Trade Operational Management and the Trade Health and Safety Team.
You will ensure compliance with internal H&S standards, H&S legislation, and external certification requirements while proactively identifying risks, evaluating depot controls, and monitoring the effectiveness of the health and safety management systems including Safe to Trade, Safe to Support and the Contracts Division. You will assist in developing a positive and progressive health and safety culture within the Trade Division. As the primary point of contact for health and safety matters in your region, you will lead the implementation of the Safe to Trade programme, including the cloud-based safety management system for your area of responsibility, interpreting data from online accident, near miss, monitoring and audit applications. You will provide support and training to Regional Directors, Area and Depot Managers, and build strong relationships with other key stakeholders.
You should be confident working independently, know when to escalate issues, and always act with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering a first-class service.
Responsibilities
* Lead the implementation of the Safe to Trade programme and the cloud-based safety management system for your region.
* Ensure compliance with internal standards, legislation, and certification requirements; identify risks and evaluate depot controls.
* Monitor effectiveness of health and safety management systems (e.g., Safe to Trade, Safe to Support, Contracts Division).
* Provide training and support to Regional Directors, Area and Depot Managers; develop a positive safety culture within the Trade Division.
* Collaborate with Trade Operational Management and the Trade Health and Safety Team; act as primary regional H&S contact.
* Interpret data from accident, near-miss, monitoring, and audit applications to inform decisions.
* Travel across the northern depot network and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
Qualifications
Essential
* Demonstrable experience in a similar Health and Safety role within a fast-paced environment.
* NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety.
* Knowledge of ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety).
* Experience in delivering H&S training.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Willingness to travel and occasional overnight stays.
* Based in the North West/Northeast Region.
Desirable
* NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent in Occupational Health & Safety.
* ISO 45001 Auditor qualifications.
* Chartered Membership of IOSH and IIRSM.
About Us
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, with thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots in the UK and Europe, serving more than 460,000 trade professionals. We maintain an ambitious growth plan and a strong record of sales and rewards, including recognition as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
How to Apply
We’re creating a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are at the core of what we do. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help.
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