Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 55,000; 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 implementing ISO-certified systems, overseeing safety policies, and promoting a positive safety culture. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective incident management. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a car allowance, health cash plan, and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about safety and compliance, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact.

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

Additional health benefits

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Level 3 or equivalent qualification required.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health, safety, and environmental risk strategy.
• Implement ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

ISO 45001

Auditing

Accident Investigation

Effective Communication

Education

NEBOSH Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Shrewsbury

Client: Smiths News

Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description

• 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 the company's 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 in collaboration with the Head of Safety and Risk to promote positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in the company's safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Bodies).
• Ensuring incidents and accidents are fully investigated by trained colleagues, with appropriate escalation and liaison with external stakeholders such as 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 a company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan covering 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 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 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.

We value inclusion and diversity and are committed to creating a workplace that embraces people from all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.