Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist to lead their health and safety initiatives. This role involves implementing ISO certified systems, serving as a Subject Matter Expert, and fostering a positive safety culture. The ideal candidate will have strong qualifications and experience in risk management, accident investigation, and effective communication. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched 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 accidents thoroughly.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Risk Management

Accident Investigation

Effective Communication

Negotiation Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Auditing Qualifications

Environmental Risk Management Qualifications

Job description

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

Client:

Smiths News

Location:

Bradford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

6

Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

Nationwide travel

About the role

• Responsible for delivering the health, safety, and environmental risk strategy as set by the Head of Safety & Risk.
• Implementing ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Serving as Subject Matter Expert for Smiths News on health and safety, environmental risk, and safety culture, including road transport and operational yard safety at Smiths News and third-party locations.
• Owning company health and safety policies, training, and audit regimes, ensuring adequate arrangements are in place and managed.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to promote positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Bodies).
• Investigating incidents and accidents thoroughly, liaising with external stakeholders like emergency services and media as needed.

What we can offer you

We offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, 5% matched pension, and access to:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or a 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, and other benefits

About you

• At least Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems
• Auditing qualifications and experience
• Environmental risk management qualifications
• Extensive accident investigation experience, including root cause analysis
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with the 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 to build a culture that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.