Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist to lead the implementation of vital health and safety initiatives. This role involves developing and delivering comprehensive safety strategies, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and fostering a positive safety culture across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a proven track record in accident investigation and risk management. Join a dynamic team at the forefront of safety and environmental management, where your expertise will contribute significantly to the well-being of employees and stakeholders alike.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matching pension

Car allowance or company car

Health Cash Plan

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, liaising with emergency services.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Risk Management

Accident Investigation

Effective Communication

Negotiation Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Auditing Qualifications

Environmental Risk Qualifications

Job description

Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist (Hiring Immediately), Luton, Bedfordshire

Client:

Smiths News

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, 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 as set by the Head of Safety & Risk.
• Implementing ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Acting as 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 company health and safety policies, training, and audit regimes, ensuring suitable and sufficient 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 and maintaining dialogue with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Bodies).
• Ensuring incidents and accidents are fully investigated by trained colleagues, with escalations as appropriate, and liaising with emergency services and media when necessary.

What we can offer you

In addition to free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, and a 5% matching pension, you will have access to:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan covering dental, optical, and physiotherapy costs
• 24/7 e-learning modules, training, and development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work schemes, and more

About you

• At least Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Experience with ISO 45001 and 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 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, striving to create a culture that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. We are committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.