Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; 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, safety, and environmental strategies. This pivotal role involves implementing ISO-certified management systems and acting as a Subject Matter Expert on safety culture. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a Nebosh Level 3 qualification, ensuring compliance and fostering a positive safety culture across the organization. With a focus on inclusion and diversity, this company offers a supportive environment where your contributions will be valued, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about safety and risk management.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched pension

Car allowance or company car

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

Access to e-learning modules

Training and development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Responsible for delivering health, safety, and environmental risk strategy.
• Implementing ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.

Responsibilities

• Acting as Subject Matter Expert for health and safety and environmental risk.
• Owning health and safety policies, training, and audit regimes.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Risk Management

Accident Investigation

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Auditing Qualifications

Environmental Risk Management Qualifications

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO Integrated Systems

Job description

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Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield

Client: Smiths News

Location: Chesterfield, 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 of the business as set by the Head of Safety & Risk.
• Implementing ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Acting as 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 and sufficient arrangements are in place and properly managed.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to empower the business to adopt positive behaviors and foster a just safety culture.
• Maintaining positive relationships and dialogue with internal and external stakeholders interested in the company's safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Associations).
• 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

We offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, 5% matched pension, and additional benefits including:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan for 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 more

About you

• Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO integrated systems
• Auditing qualifications and experience
• Environmental risk management 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)

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 people from all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.