To ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, company policies, and best practices across the branch network, the Health and Safety Officer will proactively identify risks, implement safety measures, and promote a culture of safety throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance & Governance
* Ensure all branches comply with current health and safety legislation and company standards.
Risk Assessment & Audits
* Review and update risk assessments.
* Complete individual and NEM risk assessments.
* Conduct regular branch audits to identify hazards and risks.
* Develop and implement corrective action plans.
Training & Awareness
* Deliver health and safety training to branch staff.
* Promote a positive safety culture through awareness campaigns and engagement.
Incident Management
* Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; produce detailed reports and recommend improvements.
* Maintain accurate records of incidents and compliance documentation.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Work closely with branch managers and regional teams to embed safety practices.
* Liaise with external bodies (HSE, insurers) as required.
* Challenge the status quo.
* Comfortable to communicate at all levels.
Skills & Qualifications
* NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent (essential).
* Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices.
* Experience in multi-site health and safety management.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills.
* Good admin skills.
* IT Literate.
Personal Attributes
* Proactive and detail oriented.
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Overnight stays will be required.
* Full UK Driving licence.
* Highly driven.
* Required to travel across the branch network (Midlands / North).
About Us
GSF Car Parts is one of the UK’s leading automotive parts distributors, supplying thousands of independent garages throughout the UK and Ireland with parts, tools, garage equipment and specialist training. The group has over 206 branches nationwide and a turnover exceeding £475 million. Built on the heritage and success of a dozen local brand identities acquired over several years, we have traded as one brand since November 2021. Our branch network is bolstered by centralised support and expertise from specialist departments in key areas such as procurement and supply chain, marketing and national accounts. The business also benefits from integrated IT systems, which include our industry leading catalogue system, Allicat, and access to the Group’s national garage programme, Servicesure #INDGSF
#J-18808-Ljbffr