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

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner to lead health and safety initiatives across the UK. This role involves nationwide travel and the potential for a company car. You will be responsible for implementing ISO certified safety systems and fostering a positive safety culture. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and extensive experience in accident investigation. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive and make a significant impact on safety practices.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Health Cash Plan

24/7 E-learning Access

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Matched Pension Contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Strong background in health and safety risk strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health, safety, and environmental risk strategy as set by management.
• Investigate incidents and accidents thoroughly with escalation as needed.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

ISO 45001

Accident Investigation

Communication Skills

Education

Nebosh Level 3

Auditing Qualifications

Environmental Risk Qualifications

Job description

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

Client:

Smiths News

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, 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 as set by the Head of Safety & Risk.
• Delivering ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Acting as Subject Matter Expert 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 to foster positive behaviors and 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 incidents and accidents are fully investigated by trained colleagues, with appropriate escalation and external liaison as needed.

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 company car
• Company-funded Health Cash Plan for healthcare costs
• Access to 24/7 e-learning, training, and development programs
• Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to Work, and other benefits

About you

• At least Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent
• Qualifications and 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 ability to influence at senior levels
• A valid UK driving license (company car may be provided)

Note: You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

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 create a workplace that embraces all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations, where everyone can thrive.