Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; 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 nationwide travel and the responsibility for implementing ISO-certified safety systems, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and fostering a positive safety culture within the organization. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in environmental risk management and accident investigation, along with strong communication skills to engage effectively with stakeholders. Join a company that values diversity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched pension

£5,688 per annum car allowance

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

24/7 e-learning modules

Training and development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Additional health benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Risk Management

Incident Investigation

Effective Communication

Negotiation Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Auditing Qualifications

Environmental Risk Management Qualifications

Tools

ISO 45001

Job description

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Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Liverpool

Client: Smiths News

Location: Liverpool, 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.
• Serving as the 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 managed effectively.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs in conjunction with the Head of Safety & Risk to promote positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Building positive relationships and engaging with internal and external stakeholders interested in the company's safety and legal compliance, such as HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, and Trade Bodies.
• Ensuring all incidents and accidents are fully investigated by trained colleagues, with escalations 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, you will also have access to:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan covering healthcare costs such as dental, optical, and physiotherapy
• 24/7 e-learning modules, training, and development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work schemes, and additional health 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
• Effective 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.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us. We aim to create a culture that embraces people from all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations, fostering an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.