Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor to join their team in Colchester. This pivotal role involves delivering health, safety, and environmental risk strategies, implementing ISO certified management systems, and acting as the Subject Matter Expert for safety culture. The ideal candidate will have a Nebosh Level 3 qualification and extensive experience in accident investigation. Enjoy a competitive salary with a car allowance, health cash plan, and access to training opportunities. Join a company that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

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 Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems.
• Strong accident investigation skills including root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the health, safety, and environmental risk strategy.
• Implement ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Ensure thorough investigation of incidents and accidents.

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

Job description

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Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Colchester

Client: Smiths News

Location: Colchester, 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 health and safety, environmental risk, and safety culture at Smiths News, including all road transport and operational yard safety at company and third-party locations.
• Owning company health and safety policies, training, and audit regimes, ensuring suitable arrangements are in place and managed.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to promote positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance, such as HSE, DVSA, local authorities, and trade bodies.
• Ensuring thorough investigation of incidents and accidents by trained colleagues, with escalation 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 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 Scheme, and other benefits

About you

• At least Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems
• Auditing qualifications and experience
• Environmental risk management qualifications
• Extensive accident investigation experience, including root cause analysis
• Strong 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 build a culture that embraces people from all backgrounds and experiences. Smiths News is committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.