Overview

Regional Health & Safety Manager — IVC Evidensia. This regional role supports the Head of Health & Safety and the National Veterinary H&S Manager in implementing and embedding H&S policy, systems, and training across veterinary clinics within a defined region. The role is hands-on, supporting Area Directors, Practice Managers, and local teams to ensure legal compliance, continual improvement, and safe operational delivery. The position covers South, North & Central UK plus a dedicated resource within RoI.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• H&S Lead within the region; support local H&S Representatives & forums. Provide H&S support and specialist advice and contribute to raising the H&S profile internally amongst colleagues and the wider business.
• Drive the implementation of the H&S policy and framework; defined objectives and outcomes within the region.
• Support Health & Safety Management systems to ensure workplace operations are conducted in a safe and efficient manner.
• Undertake targeted H&S audits as part of a defined audit program and during H&S incident investigations.
• Support audit compliance and statutory inspections.
• Provide coaching & guidance locally, including promotion of safety culture on the ground.
• Support H&S incident investigation processes within the region; provide incident support and direction to Area Managers/Directors/Clinics under investigation and assist the practices involved.
• Minimise the likelihood of accidents and incidents and effectively manage risks for the region by evaluating incident data.
• Ensure a safe working environment compliant with legal requirements by implementing appropriate risk assessments, procedures and training.
• Liaise with safety representatives and regional teams within the allocated geographic area of operations.
• Support H&S team briefs, health and safety awareness or other training as required.
• Coordinate all outcomes from regional activities back into central H&S functions to enable a consistent national H&S delivery model.

Experience / Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a multi-site, customer-facing or clinical environment.
• Solid understanding of UK H&S legislation and its practical application.
• Skilled in risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety audits.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with clinical teams and operational leaders.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel extensively across the region.

What We Offer

• Work-life balance
• 26 days annual leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Pension
• Discretionary bonus
• Discounted staff pet care
• Free parking available at Head Office

Following receipt of your application, you will be contacted by one of our experienced hire recruitment team.

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and welcome candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.