Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist to oversee the implementation of health and safety policies and environmental risk strategies. This role involves nationwide travel and requires a proactive approach to ensure compliance and safety culture across all operations. The ideal candidate will possess a Nebosh Level 3 qualification and have extensive experience in accident investigation and ISO standards. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% match pension

Car allowance or company car

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

24/7 E-Learning modules

Training and Development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems.
• Extensive accident investigation experience, including root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health, safety, and environmental risk strategy.
• Implement ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Investigate incidents and liaise with external stakeholders.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Accident Investigation

Root cause analysis

Negotiation skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification

Auditing qualifications

Environmental Risk qualifications

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO integrated systems

Job description

Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist (Hiring Immediately), Birmingham

Client:

Smiths News

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

• Nationwide travel
• About the role
• Responsible for delivering the health, safety, and environmental risk strategy of the business as set by the Head of Safety & Risk.
• Implementing ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Acting as the Subject Matter Expert for Smiths News on Health and Safety, Environmental risk, and Safety Culture, including all road transport and operational yard safety at Smiths News and third-party locations.
• Owning the company's health and safety policies, training, and audit regimes, ensuring suitable and sufficient arrangements are in place and managed accordingly.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to the business in collaboration with the Head of Safety and Risk, promoting positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Maintaining positive relationships and dialogue with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Associations).
• Ensuring all incidents and accidents are thoroughly investigated by trained, competent colleagues, with escalation as appropriate, and liaising with external stakeholders such as emergency services and media.

What we can offer you

Not only do we offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, and a 5% match pension, but you’ll also have access to:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan covering healthcare costs like dental, optical, and physiotherapy
• 24/7 E-Learning modules, Training, and Development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work schemes, Health Cash Plan

About you

• At least Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO integrated systems
• Auditing qualifications and experience
• Environmental Risk qualifications
• Extensive Accident Investigation experience, including root cause analysis
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with ability to negotiate and influence at senior levels
• A valid UK driving license (company car may be provided)

Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

About us

Smiths News is the UK’s largest news wholesaler, serving 22,400 retailers daily from 33 distribution centers.

We value inclusion and diversity, working together to build a culture that embraces people from all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.