Role summary :The Central Hub Health & Safety Manager role is responsible for leading, developing, and embedding a proactive Health & Safety culture within the Central Hub operation.
This position ensures compliance with all relevant Health & Safety legislation, DX policies, and operational standards, whilst driving continuous improvement through effective risk management, accident prevention, root cause analysis, and colleague engagement.
The Health & Safety Manager will play a key role in supporting operational teams to move from reactive management to a proactive, prevention-led safety culture.
Key responsibilities Always represent the company in a professional manner.
Adhere to company policies, including those related to manual handling, health and safety, and operational standards.
Lead the Health & Safety agenda across the Central Hub, ensuring standards are visible, embedded, and consistently applied.
Promote and drive a positive safety culture across all colleagues, supervisors, and management teams.
Ensure full compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and internal governance requirements.
Maintain, review and implement risk assessments, safe systems of work, and site safety documentation.
Lead all accident, incident, and near miss investigations, ensuring structured root cause analysis is completed and preventative actions implemented.
Provide guidance and support to operational leaders in addressing safety concerns and reducing workplace risk.
Develop and deliver safety training, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns to ensure colleague competence and engagement.
Conduct audits, workplace inspections, and behavioural observations, driving continuous improvement actions.
Act as the key point of contact for any external audits, enforcing authorities, and compliance inspections.
Produce and submit necessary reports, metrics, and documentation as required.
Support hub operational change projects to ensure safety is fully integrated into new processes, layouts, and working practices.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by promoting best practice and sharing lessons learned across the wider DX network. Knowledge, Skills and Experience NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum essential).
Previous experience in a Health & Safety management role within logistics, warehousing, transport, or a fast-paced operational environment is essential.
Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and compliance frameworks.
Proven experience in accident investigation, near miss management, and delivering root cause analysis.
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence colleagues at all levels.
Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
Experience delivering Health & Safety training and supporting behavioural culture change is desirable.
Ability to work independently, maintaining visibility and leadership presence within a busy hub operation. Benefits: Competitive Rates of Pay
Holidays: 25 days increasing with length of service + bank holidays
Long Service Recognition scheme
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance programme including 24/7 Virtual GP
DX Discounts Portal
Excellent opportunities for career progression and more!! We look forward to hearing from you!
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