Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor to lead health and safety initiatives across various locations. This role involves implementing ISO certified safety management systems and serving as a Subject Matter Expert in health and safety. The successful candidate will promote a positive safety culture, maintain compliance with legal standards, and ensure effective communication with stakeholders. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm offers a supportive workplace where your contributions will make a significant impact. Join us in creating a safer environment for everyone.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched pension

Car allowance or company car

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

24/7 e-learning modules

Training and development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent required.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health, safety, and environmental risk strategies.
• Investigate incidents and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

ISO 45001

Accident Investigation

Effective Communication

Education

Nebosh Level 3

Auditing Qualifications

Environmental Risk Qualifications

Job description

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Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Chelmsford

Client: Smiths News

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 for health and safety, environmental risk, and safety culture at Smiths News, including road transport and operational yard safety at various locations.
• Owning company health and safety policies, training, and audit regimes, ensuring appropriate arrangements are in place and managed.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to promote positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance, such as HSE, DVSA, local authorities, and trade bodies.
• Investigating incidents and accidents thoroughly, escalating severity appropriately, and liaising with emergency services and media when necessary.

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 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
• 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 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 build a culture that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.