Health & Safety Officer (Midlands & North excluding Scotland)

To ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, company policies, and best practices across the branch network. The Health and Safety Officer will proactively identify risks, implement safety measures, and promote a culture of safety throughout the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure all branches comply with current health and safety legislation and company standards.

Risk Assessment & Audits

• Review and update risk assessments.
• Complete individual and NEM risk assessments.
• Conduct regular branch audits to identify hazards and risks.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans.

Training & Awareness

• Deliver health and safety training to branch staff.
• Promote a positive safety culture through awareness campaigns and engagement.

Incident Management

• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; produce detailed reports and recommend improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and compliance documentation.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with branch managers and regional teams to embed safety practices.
• Liaise with external bodies (HSE, insurers) as required.
• Challenge the status quo.
• Comfortable to communicate at all levels.

Skills & Qualifications:

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent (essential).
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices.
• Experience in multi-site health and safety management.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Good admin skills.
• IT Literate.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and detail oriented.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Overnight stays will be required.
• Full UK Driving licence.
• Highly driven.
• Required to travel across the branch network (Midlands / North).