Health and Safety Lead

Health and Safety Team Leader

Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire

Are you passionate about creating safe, compliant, and thriving workplaces? Radwell International is seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Specialist to lead our UK health and safety agenda and ensure our facilities operate to the highest standards of legal compliance and best practice.

The Opportunity

Radwell is committed to rewarding and investing in our people, and we believe this must be reflected in our salaries and benefits.

As our Health and Safety lead you can expect:

Salary dependent on experience and qualification

Annual leave of 25 days + bank holidays

Private Health/Medical Insurance

Life Insurance/Death in Service Insurance

 Retail discount schemes so you can access gyms, shop at well-known brands and eat out at a wide range of establishments with discount codes and vouchers!

The Role

As our Health and Safety lead, you will be responsible for ensuring all Radwell UK facilities (Newcastle under Lyme & Blackburn) meet and exceed health and safety legislation and best practices. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Health and Safety Leadership

Develop, implement, and review H&S policies and procedures in line with UK law

Lead site inspections, audits, and risk assessments, ensuring hazards are identified and controlled

Advise management and staff, providing expert guidance and actionable recommendations

Partner with external H&S consultants to ensure full compliance

• Compliance and Auditing

Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, Fire Safety Order 2005, and other relevant legislation

Maintain records of compliance, accident investigations, corrective actions, and statutory inspections

Prepare and present compliance reports and analytics to senior leadership

• Training and Communication

Deliver and coordinate health and safety training for all employees

Empower managers to take ownership of H&S in their areas

Lead safety awareness campaigns and toolbox talks

Serve as the main point of contact for H&S queries

• Contractor and Vendor Management

Vet, select, and monitor contractors and service providers for H&S compliance

Review contractor risk assessments and method statements

• Emergency Preparedness

Develop, implement, and test emergency response plans, including fire safety and first aid arrangements

Ensure emergency equipment is maintained and staff are trained in procedures

• Facilities Compliance Oversight

Oversee maintenance schedules and statutory inspections (e.g., fire alarms, emergency lighting, lifting equipment)

Lead on space planning and facility changes with safety as a priority

• Continuous Improvement

Analyse incident trends and audit findings to drive improvement initiatives

Enhance workplace wellbeing, ergonomics, and mental health support

About You

You are an organised, analytical, and proactive health and safety professional with:

·         NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) in Occupational Health and Safety

·         Experience in a dedicated H&S lead role, ideally in a multi-site or multinational environment

·         In-depth knowledge of UK H&S legislation and best practices

·         Demonstrable experience in risk assessment, auditing, and incident investigation

·         Strong communication and training delivery skills

·         Excellent IT skills (MS Office suite) for reporting and documentation

·         Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK

·         Knowledge of ISO 9001 and H&S management systems (desirable)

·         Auditing qualification (desirable)

Required Skills

About Radwell

Radwell International is the world’s leading provider of spare parts and repair solutions in industrial electronics, robotics, and automation. With over 40 years of experience and more than 35 million parts in stock globally, we support customers worldwide with comprehensive solutions and fast response times. Our people work collaboratively across borders, and we are committed to providing a safe, happy, and rewarding workplace for all.

How to Apply

The closing date for this role is 1^st May 2025 at 23:59. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered. We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so early application is advised.

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We wish you the best of luck in your application for the role of Health and Safety Leader.

Other organisations may call this role Health and Safety Advisor, HSE Specialist, Safety Officer, Safety Specialist, Health and Safety Officer, or H&S Manager.

Join Our Diverse Team

Radwell International is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential to our success and invite individuals who share our commitment to diversity and inclusion to join us in our mission to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional service to our customers worldwide.

Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do at Radwell International. Come be a part of our diverse and dynamic team!