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

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Safety, Health & Environmental Business Partner to lead their health and safety initiatives. This role involves nationwide travel and the opportunity to implement ISO certified management systems. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance and promoting a positive safety culture across various locations. With a focus on building relationships with stakeholders and leading investigations into incidents, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and take your career to the next level.

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.
• Extensive accident investigation experience including root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Health and Safety Management

ISO 45001

Accident Investigation

Effective Communication

Education

Nebosh Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

ISO Integrated Systems

Job description

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

Client: Smiths News

Location: Peterborough, 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.
• Implementing ISO certified safety and environmental management systems.
• Serving as the 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 appropriate arrangements are in place and managed effectively.
• Delivering Human Factors and Safety Culture Awareness programs in collaboration with the Head of Safety & 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 all incidents and accidents are fully investigated by trained colleagues, with escalation based on severity, and liaising with external stakeholders such as emergency services and media.

What we can offer you

Enjoy benefits such as 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 covering healthcare costs like dental, optical, and physiotherapy
• 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 all backgrounds, experiences, and orientations. We are committed to creating an authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.