Health and Safety Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services provider seeks a Health and Safety Business Partner for a hybrid role in Preston. This permanent position involves ensuring compliance with safety obligations and improving operations through a proactive approach. The ideal candidate will possess NEBOSH qualifications and demonstrate strong leadership skills, contributing to safety initiatives and incident management.

Benefits

Electric company vehicle or car allowance

Career progression opportunities

Fully funded training and development programs

Generous pension scheme

25+ days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits including gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in HSEQ leadership roles.
• Proactive and self-motivated approach aligned with organizational values.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health and safety initiatives.
• Lead incident investigations and preventative measures.
• Ensure compliance with policies and legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Proactivity

Education

NEBOSH qualifications

Job description

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Health and Safety Business Partner, Preston, Lancashire

Client: Hays

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Your New Company

A leading infrastructure services provider is offering an exciting opportunity for a Permanent Health and Safety Lead to support its Scotland and Northern Ireland Highways Accounts on a hybrid basis. This organisation is committed to safety at the core of its operations.

Your New Role

The Health and Safety Lead will join the regional leadership team, working closely with the Transport Infrastructure HSEQ Director to ensure compliance with safety obligations. Responsibilities include strategic input, operational oversight, and continuous improvement through the company's Zero Code framework.

• Develop and implement health and safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with operational teams and safety advisors.
• Ensure compliance with policies and legislation.
• Lead incident investigations and preventative measures.
• Stay informed on industry best practices and legislative changes.
• Support governance across the business unit.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Proactive, self-motivated approach aligned with organizational values.
• Experience in HSEQ leadership roles.
• NEBOSH qualifications and ongoing professional development.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

What You'll Get in Return

• Competitive salary with performance reviews.
• Electric company vehicle or car allowance.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Fully funded training and development programs.
• Generous pension scheme.
• 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays, with purchase options.
• Flexible benefits including gym memberships and cycle schemes.
• Exclusive discounts and community engagement days.

Next Steps

If interested, click 'apply now' to send your CV or call us. For a confidential career discussion, contact us.

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