Regional Health and Safety Manager- South

About Linnaeus:

Linnaeus is a forward-thinking partnership of highly respected Primary Care and Referral veterinary practices across the UK and Ireland. Our mission is simple: to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. We are a community of passionate veterinary professionals committed to excellence in patient care. Guided by our Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom—we ensure that every decision we make benefits our associates, clients, and their beloved animals.

The Role:

We are seeking a Regional Health and Safety Manager to drive safety improvements across our veterinary practices and hospitals. This role will play a key part in fostering a culture of safety and inclusivity, ensuring that operational teams integrate best practices into their daily routines. You will act as a subject matter expert (SME), translating complex legislation into practical, effective solutions.

This is a national role that requires regular travel and overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Health & Safety Leadership: Provide expert guidance and mentorship to Health and Safety Champions across various sites.

• Safety Culture: Promote a positive H&S culture through engagement, leadership, and best practices.

• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to ISO 45001 principles , industry standards, and statutory inspections (e.g., PUWER, LOLER, Fire Safety, Legionella, Asbestos, etc.).

• Fire Safety & Risk Assessments: Manage fire actions and conduct desk-based fire safety reviews for Linnaeus properties.

• Training & Development: Develop and deliver core in-house training to enhance safety awareness across the business.

• Incident Investigation: Support the investigation of accidents and incidents, making recommendations to prevent recurrence.

• Audits & Inspections: Conduct occupational health and safety audits to monitor and improve performance.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Clinical Directors, Practice Managers, and operational teams to implement safety measures effectively.

• Regulatory Compliance: Manage action plans resulting from audits, Enforcing Authority interventions , and fire risk assessments.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in a multi-site/multi-disciplinary health and safety role.

• Qualifications:

• NEBOSH National Diploma (or equivalent).

• Tech IOSH membership.

• NEBOSH Fire or CDM qualification.

• Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of Health, Safety, and Fire regulations.

• Excellent project management and organisational skills .

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite .

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills .

Desirable:

• Chartered IOSH membership (CMIOSH) .

• Experience in veterinary or healthcare settings .

• Working knowledge of radiation safety within veterinary or medical environments.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave

Career progression opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Life Assurance

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced equal family leave

E-car salary sacrifice scheme

Employer contribution pension scheme

Wellness program including:

o Employee assistance program

o Eyecare voucher scheme

o Free annual Flu jab

o Cycle to work scheme

Recruitment referral reward scheme

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