Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; 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 and serving as a Subject Matter Expert in safety culture and environmental risk. You will be responsible for maintaining compliance with health and safety policies while fostering positive relationships with stakeholders. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including a car allowance or company car, health cash plan, and ongoing training opportunities. If you're passionate about safety and compliance, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched pension

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

24/7 E-Learning modules

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems.
• Auditing qualifications and experience.

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

Effective Communication

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

E-Learning Modules

Job description

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Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client: Smiths News

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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.
• Serving as Subject Matter Expert on Health and Safety, Environmental risk, and Safety Culture, including 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.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to embed positive behaviours and a just safety culture.
• Maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Bodies).
• Ensuring incidents and accidents are fully investigated by trained colleagues, with appropriate escalation and external communication as needed.

What we can offer you

We offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, 5% matched pension, and access to:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan for healthcare costs
• 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 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 ability to influence 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, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.