Job Description
£45,000-£50,000 per annum plus £5,688 per annum car allowance (or company car)
Nationwide travel
About the role
1. Responsible for the delivery of health, safety, and environmental risk strategy of the business as set by the Head of Safety & Risk.
2. Delivery of ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
3. 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.
4. Ownership of company health and safety policies, training, and audit regimes, ensuring suitable arrangements are in place and managed.
5. Responsible for delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs in collaboration with the Head of Safety & Risk.
6. Leading relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance, including HSE, DVSA, local authorities, and trade bodies.
7. Ensuring incidents and accidents are fully investigated and escalated appropriately, liaising with external stakeholders such as emergency services and media.
What we can offer you
In addition to free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, and a 5% matched pension, benefits include:
* £5,688 per annum car allowance or company car
* Company-funded Health Cash Plan covering healthcare costs
* 25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme
* Access to 24/7 e-learning, training, and development
* Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, and more
* Colleague Assistance Program & Colleague referral scheme
About you
* At least Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
* Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO integrated systems
* Auditing qualifications and experience
* Environmental Risk qualifications
* Extensive Accident Investigation experience, including root cause analysis
* Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with ability to negotiate and influence at senior level
* 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.
We value inclusion and diversity, working to create a culture that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is committed to an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.
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