Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner to enhance their health and safety strategies. This role involves implementing ISO certified systems, conducting thorough incident investigations, and fostering a positive safety culture. The successful candidate will be instrumental in maintaining compliance and promoting safety awareness across various stakeholders. With a focus on professional development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a competitive package, including a car allowance and healthcare benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about safety and environmental management.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched pension

Car allowance or company car

Company-funded Health Cash Plan

Access to 24/7 e-learning modules

Training and development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems.
• Auditing qualifications and extensive accident investigation experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Accident Investigation

Effective Communication

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Environmental Risk Qualifications

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO Integrated Systems

Job description

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Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner (Hiring Immediately), Bristol

Client:

Smiths News

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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 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 arrangements are in place and managed.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs in coordination with the Head of Safety & Risk to foster positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Maintaining positive relationships and dialogue with internal and external stakeholders interested in the company's safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Associations).
• Ensuring thorough investigation of incidents and accidents by trained colleagues, escalating incidents 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, 5% matched pension, and additional benefits including:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or a company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan for healthcare costs
• Access to 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 ISO 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 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, experiences, and orientations. We are committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.