Health and Safety Specialist

Design Haus; Warwick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in Warwick is seeking an Aftermarket Safety Specialist to uphold safety standards and ensure compliance. The role involves working closely with site managers and technicians to implement safe systems of work and continuously improve health and safety practices within the Aftermarket network. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and strong communication skills. This position is vital for promoting a positive safety culture across the company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a relevant role.
• RCV operational knowledge.
• Awareness of ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001.
• Experience in writing/editing reports and recording data.
• Engineering background or understanding.
• Knowledge of SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with safety managers regarding priorities.
• Support H&S team in improving risk assessment formats.
• Deliver safety briefings to technicians.
• Write, update, and communicate SOPs.
• Identify hazards and determine risk reduction measures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving techniques

High attention to detail

IT literate (Excel & Word)

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Aftermarket Safety Specialist to join a leading organisation in Warwick. This role is responsible for upholding the highest standards of workplace safety, ensuring compliance, and embedding a strong culture of risk awareness and employee well-being across the Aftermarket network.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Aftermarket Safety Specialist will work closely with managers, technicians, and field service engineers to implement safe systems of work, update and communicate SOPs, and drive continuous improvement in health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with local site managers, the H&S Compliance Manager, and the UK Health & Safety Manager regarding safety priorities and development.
• Supporting the H&S team in improving risk assessment formats and systems.
• Delivering safety briefings to HGV Technicians and Field Service Engineers.
• Writing, updating, and communicating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Proactively improving safety across the Aftermarket network.
• Collaborating with SCMs to implement improvement measures and initiatives post-audits.
• Ensuring plant and equipment are in safe condition and used appropriately.
• Identifying hazards and determining risk reduction measures.
• Advising on safety procedures, access requirements, and best practice.

Accountabilities & Commitments

• Safety Leadership: Acting as a role model for safe working practices and behaviours.
• Compliance Adherence: Ensuring all activities comply with relevant regulations and standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Driving improvements in safety processes and systems.
• Employee Engagement: Fostering a positive safety culture across all levels of the business.

Quality & Environmental Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant quality and environmental procedures, records, and documentation associated with the role.

Candidate Criteria

Knowledge

• Previous experience in a relevant role
• RCV operational knowledge
• Awareness of ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001
• Experience writing/editing reports and recording data
• Engineering background or understanding
• Knowledge of SOPs

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Strong problem-solving techniques and logical thinking
• High attention to detail
• IT literate (Excel & Word) with good administration skills

Other Requirements

• Ability to climb in/out/over/around vehicles
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the UK

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to make a real impact in an organisation that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The Aftermarket Safety Specialist will be instrumental in shaping safer working environments, engaging employees, and ensuring compliance across a dynamic and growing business.