Compliance & Safety Manager

Position: Compliance & Safety Manager
Location: Holbeck

Compliance & Safety Manager

Location:

SM UK – Unit 6 Gelderd Park, 98 Gelderd Road, Leeds, LS12 6HJ

Salary:
Competitive, depending on experience

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday–Friday (08:30–17:00)
Contract Type:
Permanent, Full Time, Office Based
Join a Leading Name in Vehicle Safety & Fleet Innovation
Are you a detail‑driven, proactive compliance professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment? Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the safety, quality, and compliance standards of one of the UK’s leading vehicle safety and conversion specialists?
Established in 2000, SM UK is a nationally recognised auto‑electrical engineering and van conversion company, providing full turn‑key vehicle solutions and industry‑leading commercial safety systems. We partner with some of the country’s largest fleets, delivering exceptional standards, reliable expertise, and a strong compliance‑first culture.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for a talented, ambitious Compliance & Safety Manager to lead our company-wide QHSE, compliance and H&S strategy, and further embed a culture where safety, quality, and continuous improvement sit at the heart of everything we do.
This is a role with real influence, visibility and progression.
The Opportunity
Working closely with all departments across the business, you will champion our health & safety culture, strengthen our compliance frameworks, and ensure our standards not only meet but exceed regulatory expectations.
You will lead the development, implementation and maintenance of all compliance, QHSE and audit processes, acting as the key guardian of operational integrity across SM UK.

Key Responsibilities
In this influential role, you will:
Compliance & Standards
 
* Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies aligned with regulations and industry best practice.
 
* Maintain ISO 9001 certification and Safe Contractor, Avetta, Type Approval and customer/supplier partnership standards.
 
* Lead SM UK’s journey to achieving ISO 14001 accreditation.
 
* Monitor regulatory changes, providing guidance and timely updates to the leadership team.
Auditing & Improvement
 
* Conduct internal audits, reporting on compliance performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.
 
* Develop and manage QHSE policies, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
 
* Complete supplier questionnaires and support compliance‑related tender submissions.
Health & Safety Leadership
 
* Champion a strong, positive health & safety culture across all areas of the business.
 
* Provide expert advice on H&S legislation, policies and safe working practices.
 
* Manage incident investigations and coordinate responses with internal and external stakeholders where necessary.
Training & Culture Development
 
* Design and deliver training programmes, ensuring teams remain informed, capable, and compliant.
 
* Support behavioural change initiatives promoting best practice in quality, compliance, and safety.
Reporting & Documentation
 
* Maintain accurate compliance records, audits, assessments, risk documentation and improvement plans.
 
* Ensure all compliance-related evidence is stored, managed and updated to external audit-ready standards.
About You
You will be a confident, organised and influential professional with the ability to engage teams, drive high standards, and shape how compliance and safety operate across the organisation.
You will ideally bring:
 
* Experience in a regulated or technical environment (motor vehicle experience is an advantage but not essential).
 
* At least one year in a QHSE/Compliance function, with a proven track record of delivering strong outcomes.
 
* Recognised health & safety qualification.
 
* Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and H&S regulations and the ability to audit against these standards.
 
* Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills.
 
* Ability to influence, problem-solve, and embed solutions.
 
* A passion for quality and operational excellence.
 
* Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels.
 
* High levels of self‑motivation and the ability to independently manage workload.
If you’re someone who is proactive,…