Contract Type:
Regular
About Autoglass ® and Laddaw ®
We’re a recognised superbrand and we know where we’re going. We’re a business with direction and purpose and regardless of your role here, it’s about us all making a difference with real care. We never stand still. We’re relentless, innovative and ambitious, always looking to go further and improve, which creates a world where we need genuine and driven people to help us get there.
Making a Difference Together.
As a truly people focused business, we believe in promoting opportunities for all, welcoming people who share our passion for enabling exceptional customer experience. We’ll support you with fantastic tools and training in an atmosphere that encourages idea contribution and collaboration working with warm, friendly and real people. If this sounds like somewhere you’ll thrive, keep reading .
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Job Title: Environmental, Health and Safety Business Partner
Reports to: Head of Responsible Business
Location: Midlands – Field-based with remote working and travel as required
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + car / car allowance + annual bonus up to 25% + private medical + 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + employer pension contribution up to 10%
About Belron® UK
Belron® UK Ltd (trading as Autoglass® and Laddaw®) is part of the global Belron® Group — the world’s leading vehicle glass repair and replacement business. With a presence in over 30 countries and more than 30,000 employees, Belron® is united by a common purpose: making a memorable difference with real care .
Our core values — Caring, Genuine, Collaborative, and Driven — define how we collaborate with our people, customers, and partners.
Role Overview
As a EHS Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in embedding a high-performing safety, health, wellbeing and environmental (SHW&E) culture across our UK operations. Working in close partnership with senior leaders, executive stakeholders, and cross-functional teams, you will be accountable for driving compliance, enhancing SHW&E performance, and ensuring leadership accountability in line with internal standards, legal obligations, and external accreditations.
This role requires a confident influencer and subject matter expert who can provide expert guidance, constructive challenge, and strategic input — while also leading tactical execution and continuous improvement. You will contribute to shaping and delivering our SHW&E strategy, policies, and systems to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people and the resilience of our operations.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Operational Partnership
- Partner with leaders, including the senior leadership team, to align the SHW&E strategy with business priorities and drive sustained performance improvement.
- Provide expert advice and challenge to ensure that SHW&E is embedded into operational decisions, behaviours, and leadership accountability frameworks.
- Lead and support strategic SHW&E initiatives and transformation projects.
- Promote a proactive, learning-oriented safety culture across the organisation.
Governance, Standards & Compliance
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of SHW&E management standards, procedures, and compliance systems.
- Ensure alignment with legal requirements, ISO 45001, and Belron® Group standards.
- Maintain the Health, Safety & Environmental legal register and ensure timely communication and implementation of relevant regulatory changes.
- Support preparation for and participation in internal audits, third-party certifications (e.g., ISO 45001, EcoVadis), and customer assessments.
- Coordinate key statutory inspections (e.g., fire, racking) and oversee the selection and management of safety-critical equipment and PPE.
Risk Management
- Guide leaders in identifying and managing operational SHW&E risks, including risk assessments, control measures, and safe systems of work.
- Ensure effective escalation and mitigation of high-risk or non-compliant practices.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
- Drive data-informed decision-making through insightful reporting and analysis of SHW&E performance KPIs.
- Identify trends and emerging risks to inform targeted interventions and continuous improvement.
- Fulfil all relevant statutory reporting obligations (e.g., HSE, Environment Agency).
Incident & Emergency Response
- Lead or support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and development of corrective actions.
- Support leaders to implement and test emergency preparedness and business continuity plans.
Leadership Development & Capability Building
- Coach and develop leaders at all levels to take visible ownership of SHW&E and ensure consistent application of standards.
- Support the design and delivery of SHW&E training programmes, tools, and learning forums.
- Champion SHW&E committees, working groups, and local engagement initiatives.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with key internal stakeholders including Legal, Facilities, and Operations to manage shared risk areas.
- Collaborate with People Business Partners to support occupational health, reasonable adjustments, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Create and deliver compelling SHW&E communications and awareness campaigns.
Digital Tools & Systems
- Function as a “power user” for SHW&E digital platforms; support system governance, adoption, and reporting capability.
- Leverage data and technology to track actions, monitor compliance, and deliver consistent business insights.
Candidate Profile – Skills & Experience
Essential
- NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) in Occupational Health and Safety.
- In-depth knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and compliance frameworks.
- Experience managing SHW&E management systems and documentation (e.g. ISO 45001).
- Substantial experience in a senior SHW&E role within a complex operational or field-based environment.
- Competent in risk assessment methodologies and developing safe systems of work.
- Proven ability to influence and engage at all organisational levels, including executive stakeholders.
- Effective and purposeful communicator with strong coaching, engagement and relationship building skills
- Strong analytical and reporting skills; proficient in Microsoft Office and SHW&E platforms.
- Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel and stay overnight when required.
Desirable
- Experience in ISO 45001 and ISO14001 audits and ESG assessments.
- IOSH membership (or working towards).
- Familiarity with environmental compliance and sustainability reporting.
- Internal or third-party auditing experience.
Ideal Attributes – The Person
- Caring & Genuine – Deeply committed to protecting the health, safety and wellbeing of others.
- Strategic & Pragmatic – Balances long-term vision with operational delivery.
- Accountable & Challenging – Holds self and others to account through constructive challenge and coaching.
- Influential & Collaborative – Builds trusted relationships and drives alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Resilient & Agile – Confident navigating complexity and adapting to change.
- Insightful & Detail-Oriented – Uses data and insight to inform decisions and drive improvements.
- Continuous Learner – Committed to evolving professional practice and team capability.
Why Join Us?
- Play a central role in shaping a values-driven safety culture in the automotive services sector.
- Work in close partnership with senior leadership to drive business-critical SHW&E outcomes.
- Be part of a supportive, experienced SHW&E team with a strong sense of purpose.
Where this role fits
This role reports to the Head of Responsible Business. The responsible business area includes safety, health & wellbeing, operational environment and environmental sustainability, societal giving back and responsible business reporting and governance. The role has no direct reports and role fits within the “People” function of the organisation.
Accessibility: We make every effort to make our web presence accessible t o all. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, we’ll provide reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance in the application/hiring process. For assistance, contact us at [email protected] .
