Health and Safety Officer

Location: ManchesterIs your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. Salary: CompetitiveJob Type: Full-time permanentAre you passionate about making workplaces safer and more sustainable? Want to make a real difference in a role that impacts thousands of colleagues, customers and communities every day. At Stagecoach, we’re more than just a transport company. We’re a vital part of daily life in the UK.We’re looking for a Health and Safety Business Officer to join our Manchester team and help lead our safety journey into the future. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape how we embed a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across our depots, all while supporting our vision of Driving Net Zero.What will you be doing?As our Health and Safety Business Officer, you’ll be the go-to expert for all things safety across our Manchester depots. Working closely with the Engineering Director and Health and Safety Manager, you will:Lead safety initiatives and ensure Group HandS policies are consistently applied across depotsCarry out safety audits and follow up on actions, legislation updates, and policy changesSupport depots in achieving ISO45001 certification by 2025Collaborate with Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) on safety improvement programmesAttend forums and committees to share knowledge and best practices with other operatorsDeliver in-house safety training and support the delivery of our 5-Year Safety PlanInvestigate incidents and develop Safety Alerts to improve awareness and prevent reoccurrenceMonitor depot KPIs and identify opportunities for safety improvementBe a visible presence across our operations, engaging with local teams to champion safe working practicesWhat do you need to apply?A NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)Strong knowledge of UK safety legislation and auditing practicesExperience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment (ideally transport or similar)A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between depotsExcellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skillsStrong planning, problem-solving and organisational abilitiesConfident use of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, etc.)Familiarity with ISO45001 and/or sustainability frameworks (desirable, not essential!)Why choose Stagecoach?Free bus and tram travel for you and a companion25 days holiday + bank holidaysEmployee discounts on shopping, cinema, travel and moreSupportive Employee Assistance Programme for your wellbeingA collaborative, inclusive working environmentBe part of a business committed to safety, sustainability, and positive changeReady to drive safer, smarter operations across Manchester?Click apply now and join us on the journey to a safer, more sustainable future.We’re proudly an inclusive employerStagecoach is committed to creating a workplace where everyone can be themselves. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, neurotypes, religions, and sexual orientations. ..... full job details .....