Manager, DC Site Safety & Facilities
We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Liverpool FC team as Manager, DC Site Safety & Facilities.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of Health & Safety across the Distribution Centre site, including office spaces, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and fostering a safe working environment for all employees and visitors. This role also oversees the maintenance, contractor management, and general upkeep of the site. The individual will play a key role in driving safety culture, conducting risk assessments, and implementing best practices in workplace safety, in addition to overseeing site compliance and facilities management.
What will you be doing?
1. Health & Safety Management: Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health and safety policies and procedures across the Distribution Centre and office spaces, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation (e.g., Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, Regulatory Reform Order, PUWER, LOLER, CDM Regulations).
2. Risk Assessments & Safe Systems of Work: Conduct and regularly review risk assessments, implementing safe systems of work for all areas, including warehouse operations, office environments, and contractor activities.
3. Regulatory Compliance & Audits: Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies by conducting safety checks, audits, and inspections covering safety compliance, fire safety, access control, security, and facility services.
4. Incident Investigation & Reporting: Lead investigations of workplace incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and corrective actions. Maintain accurate incident records and reporting to relevant authorities as required.
5. Training & Safety Culture Development: Deliver health and safety training, toolbox talks, and induction programs for employees, contractors, and visitors, fostering a strong safety culture. Liaise with the central club H&S department to schedule training courses with approved suppliers, including FLT, First Aid, IOSH, Bailer, and Banksman training.
6. Emergency Preparedness: Act as the lead Fire Marshal/Warden, overseeing fire evacuation procedures, drills, and compliance with fire safety regulations. Ensure the site is equipped with appropriate emergency response plans, first aid facilities, and business continuity strategies.
7. Contractor Management & CDM Compliance: Oversee the selection, onboarding, and management of contractors, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations. Ensure safe practices during maintenance, refurbishments, and site works.
8. Facility & Service Management: Manage services such as reception, security, maintenance, waste disposal, and cleaning contracts, ensuring efficient and safe service delivery. Improve site safety and efficiency through preventative maintenance programs.
9. Budget & Expenditure Management: Oversee maintenance budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations and adherence to financial targets. Contribute to cost-saving initiatives like the ‘The Red Way’ sustainability strategy.
10. Future Site Developments & Strategic Planning: Support planning and execution of site developments aligned with business objectives, ensuring safety and sustainability.
11. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding meeting room scheduling, visitor management, and archive requirements at the Distribution Centre.
Who are we looking for?
To succeed in this role, you will have extensive experience in Facilities and Health & Safety management within a Distribution Centre, warehouse, or large-scale operational environment. You will have strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation, regulations, and industry best practices, along with experience in facilities management, contractor oversight, and compliance auditing.
The right candidate will be proficient in facilities-related software for managing safety compliance, issue logging, and contractor performance tracking. You will possess excellent communication and leadership skills to promote health and safety initiatives across multiple teams and locations. Strong problem-solving skills, incident investigation, and root cause analysis experience are essential.
Qualifications:
* NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (or equivalent).
* IOSH Managing Safely certification.
* First Aid at Work (FAW) certification.
* Fire Warden/Marshal training.
* CDM Awareness.
Desirable Qualifications:
* NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety.
* Membership of IOSH or IIRSM.
* Experience with ISO 45001 standards.
Why should you apply?
This is a full-time permanent role working 35 hours per week, based at our Distribution Centre in Prescot.
We offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, with an option to purchase up to 5 additional days, and a contributory pension scheme. Benefits include high street discounts, various benefit schemes, and volunteering opportunities through our LFC Foundation.
Liverpool FC is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and strives to create an inclusive workplace. We are proud of our achievements in this area and are dedicated to increasing diversity within our team. We also prioritize safeguarding and the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
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