Health & Safety Advisor

Established in Southport in 1975, Nationwide Produce began as a local produce merchant and has grown into one of the UK's largest, longest-established, and most diverse fresh produce companies.

With over 300 employees and a group turnover of £205 million, we serve more than 1,000 customers throughout Europe, 365 days a year. Operating across all market sectors-food service, catering, processing, wholesale, export, and retail-we supply a comprehensive range of vegetables, fruit, and exotics from around the world.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and growing business as a Health & Safety Advisor, supporting compliance and driving continuous improvement across the organisation. You will play a hands on role in promoting a strong safety culture while developing your expertise within a supportive and progressive environment.

The Role

• Provide clear, practical advice, guidance and support to managers and employees on all aspects of Health & Safety compliance.
• Deliver Health & Safety training on our T100 system where appropriate and identify additional training needs across the business.
• Lead accident and near miss investigations, ensuring accurate reporting, identification of root causes, and implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Maintain accurate records and produce reports using company computerised systems.
• Conduct regular site walkarounds and inspections, deliver toolbox talks, and actively promote a culture of proactive risk management and incident prevention.
• Create, review and update company Health & Safety policies, procedures and documentation in line with current UK legislation and company standards.
• Develop, review and maintain risk assessments as required across all areas of the operation.
• Manage PPE provision, checks and record keeping, ensuring compliance and suitability.
• Oversee routine monthly and quarterly compliance checks, including ladders, emergency lighting, first aid boxes, internal and external fire doors, and glass/plastic controls within warehouse areas.
• Maintain accurate records for sites across the wider Group for all statutory inspections, servicing and compliance documentation.
• Support and prepare sites across the wider Group ahead of the annual Health & Safety audit.
• Contribute to the coordination and delivery of the annual Health & Safety audit across all offices.
• Create and maintain Health & Safety training materials and records within the company system.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Health & Safety processes, systems and procedures across the organisation.
• Build positive working relationships with managers and employees to promote a strong safety culture.

What We're Looking For

In this key role, you will operate with a high degree of autonomy while also contributing effectively as part of the Health & Safety team. You will be responsible for monitoring all aspects of Health & Safety across the operation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, achieving key performance targets, and continuously improving systems and controls to meet evolving operational and legislative needs.

We are seeking an individual with relevant Health & Safety training and qualifications (or working towards them), supported by solid operational experience. You will be proactive, commercially aware, and motivated to further develop your expertise while adding measurable value to the business.

You will demonstrate strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and manage tasks, investigations, and projects through to successful completion - without negatively impacting operational performance.

A flexible approach to working hours will occasionally be required to meet the needs of the business.

This is a challenging and varied role offering genuine opportunities to broaden your capability and progress your career within Health & Safety.

Why Join Nationwide Produce

We believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you'll receive:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
• Life insurance covered up to 4 times employees' salary
• 28 days holiday per annum (inclusive of bank holidays)
• All the tools and resources needed to excel in your role
• Excellent working conditions and environment

Our Commitment to You

We're passionate about fostering a culture where everyone thrives and feels valued, with equal opportunities and diversity at the heart of our organisation.

Joining Nationwide

Nationwide Produce PLC are officially a Great Place to Work Certified. Our family values ensure our people sit at the core of our business and we are always looking to add to our exceptional teams. We welcome approaches from individuals who are dynamic and inspired to develop a career in the fresh produce industry.

Recruiting the right person is integral to our company culture and growth plans.