Health and Safety Officer

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail invites applications for an Officer role within their Trading Compliance team. This position emphasizes Health & Safety, requiring a qualified candidate passionate about safety, who is ready to actively promote a positive safety culture while managing compliance across various locations.

Benefits

30-35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Ongoing training

Enhanced family leave

Pension scheme

Additional perks

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental health or relevant qualification is essential.
• Previous experience in retail or warehousing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and audits for compliance.
• Support Health & Safety and Food Safety operations.
• Investigate incidents and improve safety culture.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Effective communication

Time management

Strategic thinking

Education

Environmental health-related degree

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Summary

£33,* - £41,* per annum | Company Car | 30-35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re curious, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Trading Compliance team in this fast-paced, quality-focused retail environment. If you are passionate about safety and want to make a real impact, then this role is for you.

The role supports the business in the broad disciplines of Health & Safety, Food Safety, and Trading Standards. Knowledge of these areas would be advantageous; however, we offer comprehensive training and development to equip you with the necessary skills. We welcome applications from Environmental Health graduates or those who have recently completed their NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) and are interested in a career in retail safety.

You will be responsible for conducting regular audits and site visits across our stores, warehouses, and offices across Great Britain. Your passion for safety will help foster a positive and safe culture among our colleagues.

We are proud to be a diverse, secure, and fast-growing business, and we will provide the necessary training and opportunities to develop your career.

Our hybrid working model allows you to spend three or more days in our state-of-the-art office, which includes amenities like an on-site gym and restaurant, and up to two days working from home to support work/life balance.

Please note: as per Lidl internal structure, the official job title for this role is 'Officer.'

What you'll do

• Conduct site visits, inspections, and audits to ensure compliance and understanding across all areas of the business.
• Support daily operations related to Health & Safety, Food Safety, and Trading Standards.
• Proactively improve compliance and standards, maintaining a positive safety culture.
• Ensure risk assessments and procedures are current and effective.
• Investigate incidents and accidents.
• Participate in meetings to provide safety insights.
• Support corporate compliance goals.

What you'll need

• An environmental health-related degree or relevant health and safety qualification such as the NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
• Previous retail and warehousing experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Flexibility to travel within Great Britain and hold a full UK driving license. The role involves approximately three days per week on-site and up to two days remote.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
• Strong IT skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent time management, planning, and strategic thinking skills.
• A team player with the ability to work independently.
• Enthusiastic, solution-focused, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

What you'll receive

• 30-35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Ongoing training
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• Additional perks

If you're ready to make a difference and grow your career, apply now to join Lidl.

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality in a respectful and inclusive environment.

*Includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance.

Note: Due to high application volumes, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Please apply promptly to avoid missing out.