Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor to lead health, safety, and environmental strategies. This role involves implementing ISO certified systems and ensuring compliance across various locations. You will serve as the Subject Matter Expert, fostering a positive safety culture while building relationships with stakeholders. With a focus on effective communication and accident investigation, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in safety management. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, providing a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% match pension

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

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 strategy.
• Implementing ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Accident investigation

Negotiation skills

Root cause analysis

Education

Nebosh Level 3

Auditing qualifications

Environmental Risk qualifications

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO certified safety management systems

Job description

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Risk and Safety Compliance Advisor (Hiring Immediately), Worcester

Client: Smiths News

Location: Worcester, 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.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to embed positive behaviors and foster a just safety culture.
• Building 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 all incidents and accidents are fully 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, and a 5% match pension. Additionally, you will have access to:

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

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, working to build a culture that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.