Health and Safety Manager

Sonova Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Manager to ensure compliance with UK legislation and corporate standards. You will lead audits, conduct risk assessments, and implement safety policies. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and experience in multi-site environments. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare arena.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Boots Discount Card

Free hearing aids

Free Flu Vaccine

Pension Scheme

Flexible Benefit Box

Life Assurance Cover

Long Service Awards

Generous Annual Leave

Access to Telus support network

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of HSE guidance and CQC requirements.
• Experience working across multi-site environments.
• Ability to translate complex regulations into clear guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead Health & Safety agenda across retail, clinical, and support settings.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and investigations.
• Develop and implement Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation

Experience in risk assessments

Skills in audits and incident investigation

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

GradIOSH or CMIOSH membership

Job description

At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self‑motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change,

Here you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Health and Safety Manager

160575

Join Our Team as Health and Safety Manager

About Us At Boots Hearingcare, everything we do is about improving lives through better hearing. As part of the Sonova Group, we draw on global innovation and clinical expertise, while remaining grounded in the communities we serve through our partnership with Boots across the UK.

We’re entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation, new store formats, evolving customer journeys, and a sharper focus on safety, compliance, and operational excellence. To support this, we’re strengthening our leadership capability.

We’re now looking for a highly knowledgeable and proactive Health and Safety Manager to ensure every colleague, patient, and visitor across our stores and support offices operates in a safe, compliant, and well‑supported environment.

About the Role:

You’ll lead our Health & Safety agenda across all retail, clinical, and support settings throughout the UK, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, Boots corporate standards, and best‑in‑class safety practice.

This role is hands‑on, practical, and collaborative. You’ll be the subject matter expert for all Health & Safety matters, conducting audits, risk assessments, and investigations, while embedding a strong safety culture across the business.

You’ll also play a key role in developing policies, delivering engaging training, and advising senior leaders on how to continuously improve safety and wellbeing standards.

What You’ll Lead, Influence & Deliver

You will:

• Develop, implement, and maintain company‑wide Health & Safety policies aligned with UK law and Boots corporate standards.
• Lead audits and inspections across stores, clinical settings, and offices, ensuring full compliance with HSE and CQC requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement effective mitigation plans.
• Monitor and report on safety performance, incident trends, and compliance metrics.
• Investigate accidents and near misses, identify root causes, and implement preventative actions.
• Deliver Health & Safety training tailored for audiologists, retail colleagues, and support teams.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on compliance, wellbeing, and continuous improvement.
• Drive engagement in safety initiatives, embedding a proactive “safety‑first” culture across the organisation.

Benefits at Boots Hearingcare

• Hybrid working: A mix of office and home‑based working
• Boots Discount Card: Receive exclusive discounts on a wide range of products at Boots stores.
• Free hearing aids if you need them as an employee!
• Free Flu Vaccine: Stay healthy with free flu vaccines available at Boots Pharmacies & discounted for family members
• Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our comprehensive pension scheme.
• Flexible Benefit Box: Access our flexible benefit box to tailor benefits to suit your individual needs.
• Life Assurance Cover: Gain peace of mind with life assurance cover.
• Long Service Awards: Be recognised for your dedication with long service awards.
• Generous Annual Leave: Start with 25 days of annual leave, increasing with length of service to a maximum of 30 days, plus bank holidays.
• Telus: Access Telus, a confidential support network offering help and advice on matters both in and outside of work.

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has in‑depth knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, HSE guidance, and CQC requirements.
• Is experienced in risk assessments, audits, and incident investigation.
• Has experience working across multi‑site environments — ideally retail or healthcare.
• Is confident advising senior leaders and influencing cross‑functional teams.
• Can translate complex regulations into clear, actionable guidance.
• Is skilled at designing and delivering engaging safety training.
• Holds or is working towards GradIOSH or CMIOSH membership (preferred).
• Brings strong organisational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Boots Hearingcare is an equal opportunity employer.

At Boots Hearingcare, We unite, nurture talent, and foster collaboration among individuals from diverse backgrounds to build the strongest team in the market. We’re committed to providing equal treatment and opportunities for all, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance.

“We Care, We drive innovation, We strive for excellence, We build the best team”

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.