Health & Safety Manager

Day Lewis Pharmacy; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community pharmacy chain is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across its operations. The role, which offers a hybrid work model, involves driving compliance and fostering a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate will have proven H&S experience, strong knowledge of UK legislation, and the ability to work with senior leadership. Join this team to advance your career in an engaging environment focused on community well-being.

Benefits

Up to GBP65,000 + bonus

Hybrid working pattern available

Qualifications

• Strong planning, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Experience managing multi-site safety operations.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Board with clear, actionable insights to drive safety improvements.
• Lead the warehouse safety champion programme and chair monthly meetings.
• Conduct site visits and ensure risk assessments and safe working practices are in place.

Skills

Proven H&S experience in warehousing, logistics, or retail

Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and HSE guidelines

Skilled in risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations

Excellent communicator with leadership experience

Familiar with safety management systems and data analysis tools

Education

NEBOSH Certificate (essential)

NEBOSH National Diploma (preferred)

IOSH Chartered Membership (CMIOSH) or working towards

Job description

Overview

Location: Croydon, South London

Up to GBP65,000 + bonus depending on experience

Hybrid working pattern available

Here at Day Lewis we take each day as a step forward and create an atmosphere that engages people and where the teams thrive on serving the patients in their community. Day Lewis are excited for the future of Pharmacy, and we want to engage, motivate, and create a positive atmosphere in community pharmacy.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Health and Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across our warehouse and retail operations. This role is critical in driving compliance, continuous improvement, and a strong safety culture across multi–site environments.

Please note the role involves supporting and visiting our pharmacy sites which are often in remote locations or where public transport is limited therefore access to a car and a clean valid driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Board with clear, actionable insights to drive safety improvements.
• Lead the warehouse safety champion programme and chair monthly meetings.
• Deliver compliance reports to warehouse and pharmacy leadership.
• Shape and support the company's Health and Safety strategy.
• Provide expert H&S guidance across all levels and locations.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and SOPs.
• Lead investigations into serious incidents and accidents.
• Conduct site visits and ensure risk assessments and safe working practices are in place.
• Deliver Fire Marshall and Manual Handling training; support online training content.
• Liaise with Enforcing Authorities and escalate issues appropriately.
• Represent the company in legal matters, including court appearances.
• Manage insurance claims and liaise with insurers.
• Ensure property compliance and support facilities management on H&S matters.

Requirements

• Proven H&S experience in warehousing, logistics, or retail.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and HSE guidelines.
• Skilled in risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.
• Excellent communicator with leadership experience.
• Familiar with safety management systems and data analysis tools.
• Able to work with senior leadership in a family business environment.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH National Diploma (preferred); NEBOSH Certificate (essential).
• IOSH Chartered Membership (CMIOSH) or working towards.
• Experience managing multi–site safety operations.
• Strong planning, decision–making, and communication skills.

Apply today to make Day Lewis your next company to join! You won't regret taking this next step in your career with us.