Strategic Health & Safety Leader – Multi-Site

The Cotswold Company; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cotswold Company seeks an experienced Health and Safety Manager to lead our H&S function across all UK sites and shape strategy. This senior role will own the H&S management system and embed a proactive safety culture at every level of the organisation.

Based primarily at our Lichfield Distribution Centre, you will line-manage the Health and Safety Officer and report to the Board, with regular travel to sites nationwide and a flexible approach to work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a dedicated Health and Safety role, including at least 2 years in a management or senior position.
• Proven experience in a multi-site logistics, retail, or industrial environment.
• Demonstrable knowledge of UK H&S legislation and how to apply it at an organisational level.
• Experience within an ISO 45001 or OHSAS 18001 certified environment.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and contractor H&S management.
• NEBOSH Fire Certificate or fire safety management experience.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and continuously improve our H&S management system across all UK sites.
• Act as the organisation's competent person for H&S under the Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999.
• Develop and review all H&S policies, procedures, and safe systems of work in line with UK legislation.
• Manage and maintain ISO 45001 (or equivalent) certification, including oversight of audit programmes.
• Oversee risk assessments, incident investigation, and root cause analysis, ensuring lessons are embedded across the business.
• Produce and present H&S performance reports, KPIs, and strategic recommendations to the Board.
• Manage external relationships with the HSE, insurers, certification bodies, and contractors.
• Design and oversee the organisation's H&S training strategy, including inductions and manager-level coaching.
• Manage the H&S Officer, supporting their development and setting clear objectives.
• Hold budget responsibility for H&S expenditure across all UK sites.

Education

NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent Level 6

CMIOSH (Chartered Member of IOSH) or working towards Chartership

Job description

The Cotswold Company seeks an experienced Health and Safety Manager to lead our H&S function across all UK sites and shape strategy. This senior role will own the H&S management system and embed a proactive safety culture at every level of the organisation.

Based primarily at our Lichfield Distribution Centre, you will line-manage the Health and Safety Officer and report to the Board, with regular travel to sites nationwide and a flexible approach to work.