Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; 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 and implement health and safety strategies. This role involves ensuring compliance with ISO standards, conducting thorough investigations of incidents, and fostering a positive safety culture. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a Nebosh Level 3 qualification. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits including a car allowance or company car, and opportunities for professional development. Join a company that values diversity and promotes a thriving workplace culture.

Benefits

Car allowance

Company car

Health Cash Plan

24/7 e-learning access

Training and development opportunities

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work schemes

Life assurance

Matched pension

Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 45001 and integrated systems.
• Strong communication skills to negotiate at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health, safety, and environmental risk strategy.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, liaising with external stakeholders.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

ISO 45001

Accident Investigation

Communication Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

ISO Management Systems

Job description

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

Client:

Smiths News

Location:

Ipswich

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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.
• Serving as the Subject Matter Expert on Health and Safety, Environmental risk, and Safety Culture for Smiths News, 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 arrangements are in place and managed.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs in conjunction with the Head of Safety and Risk to promote positive behaviors and a just safety culture.
• Building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders interested in safety and legal compliance (e.g., HSE, DVSA, Local Authorities, Trade Bodies).
• Ensuring thorough investigation of incidents and accidents by trained colleagues, escalating as necessary, and liaising 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 such as 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
• Strong 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, striving to build a culture that embraces people from all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.