Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor to lead health and safety initiatives in Birmingham. This pivotal role involves nationwide travel, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and developing safety policies. You will act as a subject matter expert, managing stakeholder relationships and conducting thorough incident investigations. The organization values diversity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. Join a leading wholesaler in the UK and make a significant impact on safety culture and risk management.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched pension

Car allowance or company car

Health Cash Plan

Access to training and development

Various employee schemes

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems.
• Extensive accident investigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health, safety, and environmental risk strategies.
• Manage ISO certified safety and environmental systems.
• Lead stakeholder relationships with regulatory bodies.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

ISO 45001 Compliance

Accident Investigation

Strong Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Birmingham

This role involves nationwide travel and is based in Birmingham, UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering health, safety, and environmental risk strategies, managing ISO certified safety and environmental systems, and acting as a subject matter expert on health and safety issues within Smiths News.

The position includes ownership of safety policies, training, audits, and the delivery of human factors and safety culture programs. The role requires leading stakeholder relationships with regulatory bodies and external organizations, ensuring thorough incident investigations, and liaising with emergency services and media when necessary.

What we offer

Benefits include free onsite parking, a 4x salary life assurance, a 5% matched pension, a car allowance or company car, a Health Cash Plan, access to training and development, and various employee schemes.

About you

• Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems
• Auditing and environmental risk qualifications
• Extensive accident investigation experience
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Valid UK driving license (company car may be provided)

Note: You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

About us

Smiths News is the UK's largest news wholesaler, serving 22,400 retailers daily from 33 distribution centers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.