Position Overview & Specifications
We are currently looking for an experienced Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager to join our team in Scotland.
You will be responsible for implementing and managing the Gist’s Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) systems and to provide general support throughout the businesses and our sites. You will help drive and deliver the Gist Health, Safety & Wellbeing agenda through active and visible engagement of all stakeholders.
It’s an exciting time to join. Having recently been acquired by Marks & Spencer, Gist is set to benefit from improvements to its supply chain efficiency, with network investment and a new journey to success taking shape
Salary: Competitive
Working Pattern: Flexible
Location: Lenziemill,G67 2XN (this is a multi site based role)
As a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager at Gist
Reporting into the Head of HSW - South, you will help establish and maintain the highest HSW standards within Gist whilst providing HSW & environmental advice, guidance and coaching to our teams. You will assist operational teams with emergency planning and arrangements, support site management in the investigations into relevant accident, incidents and injuries, and pro-actively participate in the HSW Function discussions to support a continuous improvement programme.
About You
Essential
- Technical member of IOSH (or equivalent)
- Minimum of three years’ experience in experience in health, safety and environment advisory
role in a medium or high risk industry
- Experience in the delivery of HSW and environmental related training
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and influence at all levels
- Ability to operate in a fast paced operationally challenging environment
- Ability to influence at all levels
- Knowledge of the logistics/distribution sector inc. MHE equipment
- Strong accident and incident management & investigation skills
Desirable
- IEMA Certificate (or equivalent)
- Mental Health First Aider
- Facilities/Building/Property Safety management knowledge
- Chartered membership or IOSH (or equivalent
- Multi-site management experience
About Us
Gist is a supply chain specialist providing retail distribution, primary and global freight logistics services across the UK and Ireland. At Gist, we pride ourselves in delivering innovative solutions and transforming supply chains, with a proven track record spanning more than 50 years.
We are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative and ethical.
Gist Limited is a subsidiary of Marks and Spencer Group plc.
What You'll Enjoy
- All Gist employees are eligible for 20% discount across Marks and Spencer (T&Cs apply).
- Pension – Auto enrolment scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
- Well-being portal
- Discounts to major restaurants and retailers
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Glasgow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Health & Safety advisory role in a medium/high risk industry: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Technical member of IOSH (or equivalent) (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: HSW Mgr.5