Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor to enhance their health and safety practices. This role involves implementing ISO-certified systems and serving as a Subject Matter Expert on safety culture. You will be responsible for fostering relationships with stakeholders and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including a car allowance or company car, and opportunities for professional development. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and make a significant impact in the safety landscape.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% pension match

Annual car allowance

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

24/7 e-learning modules

Training and development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems.
• Extensive accident investigation experience, including root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Delivering health, safety, and environmental risk strategies.
• Implementing ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Risk Management

Communication Skills

Accident Investigation

ISO 45001

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Auditing Qualifications

Job description

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Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), High Wycombe

Client: Smiths News

Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom

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.
• Subject Matter Expert for Smiths News 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 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 incidents and accidents are fully investigated by trained colleagues, with escalation as needed, and liaising with external stakeholders like emergency services and media.

What we can offer you

Enjoy benefits such as free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, 5% pension match, and access to:

• £5,688 annual 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

• 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
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with ability to 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.

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, aiming to create a culture that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. We are committed to an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.