Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Health, Safety & Environmental Strategy Specialist to lead the delivery of health and safety strategies. This role involves ensuring compliance with ISO-certified management systems and promoting a positive safety culture within the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accident investigation and effective communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company offers a supportive environment for all employees to thrive and grow in their careers.

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

• At least Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification required.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the health, safety, and environmental risk strategy of the business.
• Ownership of company health and safety policies and training programs.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Risk Management

Effective Communication

Accident Investigation

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Auditing qualifications

Environmental Risk qualifications

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO integrated systems

Job description

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

Client: Smiths News

Location: Wakefield, 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.
• Delivery of ISO-certified safety and environmental management systems.
• 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.
• Ownership of company health and safety policies, training, and audit regimes, ensuring suitable arrangements are in place and managed.
• Responsible for delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs in conjunction with the Head of Safety & Risk, promoting positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Leading relationships and dialogue with internal and external stakeholders interested in the business's safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Associations).
• Ensuring incidents and accidents are fully investigated by trained colleagues, with escalation as needed, and liaising with external stakeholders such as emergency services and media.

What we can offer you

We offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, and a 5% matched pension. Additionally, you will have access to:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan for healthcare costs such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy
• 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 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 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 build a culture that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. We are committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.