Health and Safety Officer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in Manchester is seeking a Health & Safety Business Officer to lead safety initiatives and promote a culture of compliance across depots. The role requires a NEBOSH General Certificate and strong knowledge of UK safety legislation. Benefits include free travel, generous holiday, and a supportive work environment focused on safety and sustainability.

Benefits

Free bus and tram travel for you and a companion

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employee discounts on shopping and travel

Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum NEBOSH General Certificate.
• Experience in customer-focused environments, ideally in transport.
• Familiarity with ISO45001 and sustainability frameworks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives and ensure H&S policies are applied.
• Carry out safety audits and follow up on actions.
• Support depots in achieving ISO45001 certification.
• Investigate incidents and develop Safety Alerts.
• Be a visible presence across operations for safety practices.

Skills

Strong knowledge of UK safety legislation and auditing practices

Excellent communication skills

Planning and problem-solving abilities

Confident use of Microsoft Office tools

Stakeholder management skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Overview

Location: Manchester

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full-time permanent

Are you passionate about making workplaces safer and more sustainable? Want to make a real difference in a role that impacts thousands of colleagues, customers and communities every day. At Stagecoach, we’re more than just a transport company. We’re a vital part of daily life in the UK.

We’re looking for a Health & Safety Business Officer to join our Manchester team and help lead our safety journey into the future. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape how we embed a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across our depots, all while supporting our vision of Driving Net Zero.

What will you be doing?

As our Health & Safety Business Officer, you’ll be the go-to expert for all things safety across our Manchester depots. Working closely with the Engineering Director and Health & Safety Manager, you will:

• Lead safety initiatives and ensure Group H&S policies are consistently applied across depots
• Carry out safety audits and follow up on actions, legislation updates, and policy changes
• Support depots in achieving ISO45001 certification by 2025
• Collaborate with Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) on safety improvement programmes
• Attend forums and committees to share knowledge and best practices with other operators
• Deliver in-house safety training and support the delivery of our 5-Year Safety Plan
• Investigate incidents and develop Safety Alerts to improve awareness and prevent reoccurrence
• Monitor depot KPIs and identify opportunities for safety improvement
• Be a visible presence across our operations, engaging with local teams to champion safe working practices

What do you need to apply?

• A NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)
• Strong knowledge of UK safety legislation and auditing practices
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment (ideally transport or similar)
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between depots
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
• Strong planning, problem-solving and organisational abilities
• Confident use of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Familiarity with ISO45001 and/or sustainability frameworks (desirable, not essential!)

Why choose Stagecoach?

• Free bus and tram travel for you and a companion
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Employee discounts on shopping, cinema, travel and more
• Supportive Employee Assistance Programme for your wellbeing
• A collaborative, inclusive working environment
• Be part of a business committed to safety, sustainability, and positive change

Ready to drive safer, smarter operations across Manchester?

Click apply now and join us on the journey to a safer, more sustainable future.

We’re proudly an inclusive employer

Stagecoach is committed to creating a workplace where everyone can be themselves. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, neurotypes, religions, and orientations.