Regional Health and Safety Manager

Overview

Regional Health and Safety Manager - North

Wigan base location (Hybrid working). 40 hours per week. Up to £45,000, plus car allowance.

• Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies, procedures, and practices in line with Arrow
  
  XL standards.
• Promote a safety-first mindset and strong behavioural safety culture through training, communication, and leading by example.
• Ensure compliance with UK Health and Safety legislation by conducting audits, risk assessments, and investigations of accidents and near-misses.
• Recommend and implement risk-mitigation solutions to improve safety performance, support operational efficiency, and reduce absence.
• Maintain accurate records of safety activities and incidents, ensuring timely reporting and preparing detailed reports for senior leadership.
• Act as a key point of contact for health and safety across Warehousing, Transport, and Central Support, working closely with hub managers and other Regional H&S Managers to ensure a consistent approach.
• Monitor safety metrics and use data to drive decision-making, improve processes, and act on feedback to enhance team performance.
• Continuously develop knowledge and skills to stay aligned with business priorities, minimising downtime and related costs.

• Proven experience as an H&S Manager in a similar role, ideally within logistics or a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation and best practice, with experience delivering H&S training (e.g., COSHH, Fire Marshal, Accident Investigation, Chemical Spill Kit, Drug and Alcohol Testing).
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build credibility and collaborative relationships at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities, comfortable managing multiple priorities within a small team.
• Resilient and adaptable, with a focus on delivering results.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) and Technical Member of IOSH; DGSA qualification desirable.
• Familiarity with safety auditing and certification systems (e.g., iAuditor, RoSPA) and knowledge of safety culture management tools is advantageous.

• Hybrid Working:
  Flexibility of working from home and the office.
• Generous Annual Leave: 34 days (including bank holidays), increasing with service.
• Holiday Buy Scheme:
  Purchase up to 10 extra days off.
• Pension Plan including contributions to support your future.
• Private Medical Insurance:
  Comprehensive cover through Bupa.
• Life Insurance: 2x your basic salary from day one.
• Medicash Cashback on everyday healthcare expenses.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support:
  Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Career Growth:
  Technical training and leadership development academies.
• Staff Discount and other savings across fashion, home, groceries, tech, and more.
• Gym Discounts:
  Save up to 25% at 3,700+ gyms and fitness centres.
• Cycle to Work Scheme:
  Great savings through Evans Cycles.
• Long Service Awards:
  Recognising milestone anniversaries.
• Recognition Programmes:
  Monthly awards with vouchers and Hall of Fame.
• Team
  
  Incentives:
  
  Seasonal rewards and surprise gifts.

It’s quick and easy to apply online — just have your up-to-date CV ready and follow the step-by-step application process. We’re excited to hear from you!

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XL!