Overview
Company description
Job Title: Lead Health and Safety Advisor
Location: Oldbury – Field Based
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive Salary + Up-to 12% Bonus
Hours: Monday-Friday
AA Summary
Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again!
As one of the UK’s most trusted brands, we provide a wide range of services to millions of customers. From comprehensive Home and Motor Insurance to personalised Financial Services like Loans and Savings, and outstanding B2B, Consumer, Business Services, Driver Training, Car Care, and Service Maintenance and Repair, we’ve got you covered. Our mission is to keep Britain moving, and we’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. Ready to join us?
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This is the job
As a Lead Health & Safety Advisor at the AA, you’ll be at the forefront of promoting a positive safety culture. You’ll provide expert advice, deliver engaging training, and support colleagues with practical guidance on a wide range of health and safety matters. Your role will involve investigating incidents, conducting internal audits, and ensuring we meet all legal and company standards. If you’re passionate about making a real difference and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity to shape the future of health and safety at the AA.
What will I be doing?
- Analyse risk trends, investigate data, and develop corrective and preventative action plans
- Advise senior management on compliance, risk mitigation, and fostering a strong safety culture
- Support complex, group-wide Health & Safety projects to achieve strategic objectives
- Mentor and guide junior Health & Safety colleagues
- Liaise with external organisations and regulatory bodies
- Contribute to cross-functional meetings and strategic Health & Safety planning
- Champion a positive safety culture at every level of the organisation
- Assist departments in developing and carrying out risk assessments and safe systems of work
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, providing expert advice and technical support
- Review, update, and advise on Health & Safety policies, procedures, and documentation, including content for the company intranet
- Support the audit programme by conducting management system and site audits
- Engage and consult with key stakeholders, including staff, regulators, and union representatives
- Investigate and report on accidents, incidents, and dangerous occurrences, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
- Respond to Health & Safety enquiries and concerns from employees or the public, taking appropriate action where necessary
What do I need?
- NEBOSH Diploma/NVQ in Occupational Safety and Health (or equivalent) – essential
- Chartered Member of IOSH, or Certified Member working towards Chartered status – essential
- NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety – essential
- Experience auditing to ISO 45001 or similar Health & Safety standards
- Proven experience as a Senior Health & Safety Advisor in a complex, multi-site environment
- Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and best practice
- Ability to influence senior leaders and drive a positive safety culture
- Confident in developing and reviewing risk assessments and safe systems of work
- Excellent communication skills, with experience engaging a range of stakeholders
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and audit management tools (e.g., iAuditor)
Additional information
We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
- Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
- Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
- Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
- Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
- Company funded life assurance
- Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
- Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
Plus, so much more!
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.
As part of the onboarding process, we complete several pre-employment checks including work reference, credit and criminal record checks.
We may close the vacancy sooner than the advertised date if we get a high volume of applications, please apply now if you are interested.
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
