Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner to lead health and safety initiatives in Coventry. This role involves implementing ISO certified systems, driving safety culture, and building relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a Nebosh Level 3 qualification and experience with ISO 45001. The company offers great benefits, including a car allowance and health cash plan, making it a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about safety and compliance.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched pension

Car allowance or company car

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.
• Auditing qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Health and Safety Management

ISO 45001

Accident Investigation

Effective Communication

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

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

Client: Smiths News

Location: Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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 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 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 properly.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs to promote positive behaviors and embed 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 appropriate escalation and external stakeholder liaison as needed.

What we can offer you

We offer free onsite parking, 4x salary life assurance, and a 5% matched pension. Additionally, you will have access to:

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

Inclusion and diversity are important to us. We aim to build a culture that embraces people from all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.