Full job descriptionAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Health & Safety Lead to join a growing organisation in a newly created role. This position will play a key part in developing, embedding, and continuously improving health and safety standards, systems, and culture across the business.
Working closely with operational and leadership teams, you will act as the organisation’s health and safety subject matter expert, providing guidance, assurance, compliance oversight, and practical support across multiple sites.
The Role
This is a varied and visible position that will involve regular travel across a number of business locations. Offering flexible hours between 8am - 6pm.
Key responsibilities will include:
*Leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organisation’s Health & Safety Management System.
*Providing expert advice and guidance on health and safety legislation, compliance requirements, and best practice.
*Supporting managers and operational teams to understand and fulfil their health and safety responsibilities.
*Conducting audits, inspections, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.
*Investigating incidents and identifying opportunities to reduce risk and improve safety performance.
*Driving continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen safety culture and operational standards.
*Producing health and safety reports and supporting governance and compliance activities.
*Working collaboratively with stakeholders across the organisation to identify, assess, and control risks.
*Promoting a positive health and safety culture through engagement, coaching, and guidance.
About You
The successful candidate will be an engaging and proactive Health & Safety professional with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive positive change across a multi-site environment.
You will have:
*A recognised qualification in Occupational Health & Safety.
*NEBOSH Diploma, equivalent Level 6 qualification, or relevant professional experience.
*Strong knowledge of current UK Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
*Proven experience within health and safety advisory, compliance, assurance, or risk management roles.
*Experience conducting audits, inspections, investigations, and risk assessments.
*The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
*Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
*Experience operating within a multi-site or complex organisational environment.
*A proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement and practical problem-solving.
What’s on Offer
*The opportunity to shape and develop a health and safety function within a growing organisation.
*A varied role with exposure across multiple business functions and locations.
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
*Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.