Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor to champion health and safety strategies across the organization. This role emphasizes implementing ISO-certified systems and fostering a positive safety culture. You will be the go-to expert for health and safety matters, working closely with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and promote best practices. With a focus on continuous improvement, this position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will significantly impact operational safety and employee well-being. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion while making a difference in the safety landscape.

Benefits

Car allowance or company car

Health Cash Plan

24/7 E-Learning access

Training and development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

5% matched pension

4x salary life assurance

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems.
• Extensive accident investigation experience, including root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Delivering health, safety, and environmental risk strategy.
• Implementing ISO certified safety management systems.
• Investigating incidents and maintaining stakeholder dialogue.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Risk Assessment

Accident Investigation

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Auditing qualifications

Environmental Risk qualifications

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO integrated systems

Job description

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Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Bedford

Client:

Smiths News

Location:

Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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.
• Serving as the Subject Matter Expert on Health and Safety, Environmental risk, and Safety Culture for Smiths News, covering 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 in collaboration with the Head of Safety & Risk 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 all incidents and accidents are thoroughly investigated by trained colleagues, with escalation as appropriate, and liaising with external stakeholders such as emergency services and media.

What we can offer you

In addition to free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, and a 5% matched pension, benefits include:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan covering healthcare costs like dental, optical, and physiotherapy
• Access to 24/7 E-Learning modules, training, and development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work schemes, and additional health benefits

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
• Strong 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. Smiths News is committed to an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.