Regional Health and Safety Advisor at Howdens

Howdens Joinery is seeking a Regional Health and Safety Advisor to join our Trade Division, covering the Northeast & West of the country. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our growth journey. This is a permanent, field-based position, with travel across our northern depot network of 200 depots.

Reporting directly to the Head of Health and Safety you will champion the implementation of a simple, and visual 45001 Health and Safety management system across the network of Trade Depots, and Corporate Offices working closely with Trade Operational Management and the Trade Health and Safety Team.

You will ensure compliance with internal H&S standards, H&S legislation, and external certification requirements while proactively identifying risks, evaluating depot controls, and monitoring the effectiveness of the health and safety management systems including Safe to Trade, Safe to Support and Contracts Division.

You will also assist in the development of a positive and progressive health and safety culture within the Trade Division.

As the primary point of contact for health and safety matters in your region you will lead the implementation of the Safe to Trade programme, including the cloud-based safety management system for your area of responsibility incorporating the interpretation of data from the online accident, near miss, monitoring and audit applications.

You will also provide support and training to Regional Directors, Area and Depot Managers and proactively build strong relationships with other key stakeholders  

You should be confident working independently, know when to escalate issues, and always act with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering a first-class service.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive Salary + Bonus.
• Company Car with fuel card
• Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Staff discount.
• Ongoing support and development.
• Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition.

What do you need to qualify for the Regional Safety Advisor (Trade) role:

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in a similar Health and Safety role within a fast-paced working environment.
• NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety)
• Experience in delivering H&S training.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel and occasional overnight stays
• Based in the North West/ Northeast Region

Desirable

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent in Occupational Health & Safety.
• ISO 45001 Auditor qualifications.
• Chartered Membership of IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health). and IIRSM (International Institute of Risk and Safety Management)