Hemel Hempstead
£37,293pa
Join Us in Shaping a Safer, Healthier Future at Hightown!
At Hightown, we are building more than a Health, Safety & Wellbeing function, we are shaping a culture where people feel supported, valued, and confident to do their best work. This is your chance to step into a role where you don’t just influence safety… you empower people, strengthen relationships, and help create an organisation where everyone feels they belong.
If you are driven by purpose, motivated by helping others, and excited to make a real difference across a diverse community of colleagues, this role offers the perfect platform to shine.
What You Will Lead, Shape and Champion
You will be part of a people-first team, working closely with colleagues across the organisation to:
Strengthen a positive, proactive safety culture built on trust and shared responsibility
Support incident investigations with empathy, clarity and follow-through
Lead DSE provision for every working style - office, scheme-based and hybrid
Work collaboratively with Facilities and L&D to modernise processes and spark improvement
Oversee our lone worker system, fleet safety, and PPE/RPE standards
Inspire our network of safety champions - including fire wardens, first aiders and mental health first aiders - helping them feel confident and supported
Carry out site visits, review RAMS, and ensure assessments reflect real-world situations and real people
Every interaction is an opportunity to bring people with you, build understanding, and help colleagues feel heard and respected.
What You Bring
We are looking for someone who brings curiosity, kindness and a proactive mindset to every task. You will have:
A NEBOSH General Certificate or a commitment to completing it with our support
Experience in a Health & Safety role or the drive and readiness to step up from an administrative position
Strong understanding of UK HSE legislation (or the motivation to build it quickly)
A collaborative approach, someone who listens, supports and encourages
A genuine passion for helping people feel safe, included and confident in their roles
Why You Will Love Being Part of Hightown
Here, you won’t just join a team, you will join a community grounded in care, connection and shared purpose. You can expect:
A meaningful role in a newly evolved function where your ideas genuinely influence change
A warm, supportive team where perspectives are valued and people feel heard
Real opportunities to grow, learn and shape your own path
33 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
Hybrid working (minimum two days onsite after induction)
Monthly attendance bonus
Life assurance (3× salary)
Retail discounts and savings
Free onsite gym access
Competitive salary for a 35-hour weekThis is a place where thoughtful support and collaborative spirit are part of everyday working life.
Ready to Make a Difference That Matters?
If you are ready to bring your energy, compassion, and ideas to a role where people truly come first, we would love to hear from you.
We will be shortlisting and interviewing on an ongoing basis and may close the vacancy early.
Hightown is proud to be an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer
Salary description
£37293.00 - £37293.00 per year