Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner - Nationwide travel with company car option (Hi[...]

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner to oversee critical safety strategies and compliance across operations. This role involves implementing ISO-certified management systems and fostering a positive safety culture. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accident investigation and effective communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels. The company offers a competitive package, including a car allowance or company car, health cash plans, and professional development opportunities, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about safety and environmental management.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

4x salary life assurance

5% matched pension

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.
• Extensive experience in Accident Investigation and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health, safety, and environmental risk strategy.
• Implement ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Build relationships with stakeholders for safety compliance.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Accident Investigation

Negotiation skills

Root cause analysis

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Auditing qualifications

Environmental Risk qualifications

Tools

ISO 45001

ISO integrated systems

Job description

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Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner - Nationwide travel with company car option (Hiring Immediately), Cambridge

Client:

Smiths News

Location:

Cambridge

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.
• Acting as Subject Matter Expert for Smiths News on Health and Safety, Environmental risk, and Safety Culture, covering 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 promote positive behaviors and embed 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 all incidents and accidents are fully investigated by trained colleagues, with escalation as needed, 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 access to:

• £5,688 per annum car allowance or company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan for healthcare costs
• 24/7 E-Learning modules, training, and development opportunities
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan

About you

• 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
• 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 all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. Smiths News is committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.