**Regional Health and Safety Manager- London/Cambridgeshire** **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. + **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 \#LI-CP-1 \#-Hybrid **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.