Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor to lead health and safety initiatives. This role involves implementing ISO certified systems, conducting accident investigations, and fostering a positive safety culture across the organization. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and enhancing the overall safety environment. If you have a passion for health and safety and are looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Car allowance or company car

Health Cash Plan

24/7 e-learning access

Training and development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Free onsite parking

5% matched pension

4x salary life assurance

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 and environmental management systems.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

ISO 45001

Accident Investigation

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Auditing qualifications

Environmental Risk qualifications

Job description

Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Bournemouth

Client: Smiths News

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 the Subject Matter Expert for Smiths News on Health and Safety, Environmental risk, and Safety Culture, including all 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 arrangements are in place and managed effectively.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs in collaboration with the Head of Safety & Risk to foster positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in the company's safety and legal compliance, such as HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, and Trade Bodies.
• Ensuring all incidents and accidents are thoroughly investigated by trained colleagues, with escalation procedures followed as appropriate, and liaising with external stakeholders like 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 dental, optical, and physiotherapy costs
• Access to 24/7 e-learning modules, training, and development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work schemes, and other health benefits

About you

• At least 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
• Excellent 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)

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 and are committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.