Health & Safety Advisor

The Person

You are an influential, commercially aware and strategic thinker who understands how effective health and safety management contributes to business performance. You have experience taking ownership of health and safety across multiple locations and are comfortable challenging constructively, driving change and building strong relationships with operational leaders.

You bring credibility, resilience and a practical approach, enabling you to balance compliance requirements with operational needs while maintaining the highest standards of safety and risk management.

What we're looking for

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Health and Safety professional with a proven track record of supporting complex, multi-site operations.

Essential requirements:

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Level 3 Fire Risk Assessment qualification (or higher)
• Demonstrable experience in a Health and Safety Advisor role supporting a large multi-site organisation, ideally within retail, logistics, distribution or a similarly fast-paced operational environment.
• Experience influencing and coaching managers at all levels of the business.
• Strong understanding of UK health and safety and fire safety legislation.
• Proven ability to interpret legislation and translate requirements into practical operational solutions.
• Experience conducting accident and incident investigations and producing high-quality reports.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse workload and work independently across a geographically dispersed estate.

Desirable:

• Experience with incident reporting and health and safety management systems.
• CDM knowledge and experience.
• Environmental management experience.
• Membership of IOSH or similar and progression towards Chartered status.

At Screwfix, Your Wellbeing Comes First

Financial wellbeing

• Wagestream access to track earnings and save
• Access to the Kingfisher Share Scheme
• Colleague support fund
• Exclusive offers and discounts via our Hapi app
• Cycle-to-work scheme and savings on bikes

Every day benefits

• Career progression and development programmes
• Coaching and mentoring to help you thrive
• Access to wellbeing resourcing including PepTalk
• Support networks available  

Recruitment Process

We review applications on an individual basis, and if we feel you would be a good fit we’ll invite you for a call or Teams video for an informal chat about the role, and to see if we’re a good fit for you. From there you can expect a comprehensive process, with regular contact from the Talent Acquisition team who are always available, for any queries you may have.

We value open and honest conversations and collaboration, giving you a chance to learn about what we are doing in an informal and friendly environment. We want to know about you and why you feel that this is the opportunity that excites you.

Sustainability at Screwfix

We’re committed to building a better future for our community and our planet. That’s why we’re doing everything we can in six key areas: eliminating carbon emissions, reducing and recycling waste, sourcing responsibly, keeping products in use for longer, selling more sustainable products and providing sustainable packaging. We’re on a mission to put sustainability at the forefront of everything we do. Join us.

We’ve worked hard to create a culture of inclusivity and genuine community. We’re a company built on teamwork, and the best teams are ones in which everyone can share their view. Whatever your background, however you identify, you’ll be listened to, encouraged, and given the tools and training you need to get ahead. You’ll always know where you are with us. We’re open. We’re fair. And we believe in opportunities for everyone.

Please let us know at careers@screwfix.com if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.

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