Head of Health, Safety & Facilities – DC Operations

IWFM Regional/Special Interest Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major distribution operation in Coventry is looking for an experienced Health & Safety & Facilities Manager. This pivotal role involves leading safety functions in a semi-automated distribution centre, conducting audits, implementing safety programs, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience in logistics, strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation, and a track record in cultural transformation. Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and benefits are offered for this on-site position.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus scheme

Benefits package including pension and annual leave

Strong potential for future development

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and auditing practices.
• Experience managing facilities and site services in a complex operational setting.
• Data-driven approach to managing KPIs such as near misses and training compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of Health & Safety and Facilities across a large-scale logistics operation.
• Conduct an in-depth audit of existing H&S systems and training.
• Design and implement a behaviour-based safety programme across the site.

Skills

H&S leadership experience

Influence and credibility

Cultural transformation in safety

Contractor management

Knowledge of behavioural safety programmes

Education

NEBOSH Certificate

Diploma or equivalent

Job description

A major distribution operation in Coventry is looking for an experienced Health & Safety & Facilities Manager. This pivotal role involves leading safety functions in a semi-automated distribution centre, conducting audits, implementing safety programs, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have significant leadership experience in logistics, strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation, and a track record in cultural transformation. Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and benefits are offered for this on-site position.