Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist to lead their risk management initiatives. This role involves implementing ISO-certified systems, promoting a positive safety culture, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations across various locations. You'll collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, investigate incidents, and enhance training programs. Join a dynamic team that values inclusion and diversity, and contribute to a safer working environment for all employees. This position offers competitive benefits, including a car allowance and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched pension

Annual car allowance or company car

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

24/7 E-learning and training opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems.
• Auditing qualifications and extensive accident investigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health, safety, and environmental risk strategy.
• Implement ISO-certified safety management systems.
• Investigate incidents and liaise with emergency services.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Risk Assessment

Accident Investigation

ISO 45001 Standards

Strong Communication Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

ISO-certified Management Systems

Job description

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Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent

Client:

Smiths News

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 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 programs, and audit regimes, ensuring appropriate arrangements are in place.
• 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, such as HSE, DVSA, local authorities, and trade bodies.
• Investigating incidents and accidents with trained colleagues, escalating severity as needed, and liaising with emergency services and media.

What we can offer you

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

• £5,688 annual car allowance or a company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan for healthcare costs
• 24/7 E-learning, training, and development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work schemes, and more

About you

• 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
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to 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, aiming to create a culture that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.