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Axis CLC is a national property maintenance and compliance partner, backed by over 110 years of combined experience. We employ more than 2,500 people and support over 400 clients across the UK, delivering essential repairs, refurbishment and building safety services that keep homes and public buildings operating at their best. Each year we complete over 400,000 repairs, helping to keep tenants safe, properties performing and owners fully compliant. We are looking for a Health & Safety Business Partner to act as a trusted advisor and operational partner across a defined business area within Axis CLC. This role sits within the Health, Safety & Environment function and plays a key part in supporting operational leaders, managers and frontline teams to deliver safe, compliant and high-performing operations. You will work closely with senior leaders, contractors and clients to embed a proactive safety culture, manage risk effectively and ensure full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Director of Health, Safety & Environment, this is a visible, field-based role with real influence across day-to-day operations and longer-term improvement activity.
Job Responsibility:
Act as the lead health and safety contact for a defined business area or major project
Build strong, trusted relationships with Managing Directors, operational managers and supervisors, providing practical advice and challenge where required
Partner with operational leaders to embed a proactive, positive safety culture across teams and sites
Conduct site audits, inspections and risk assessments, producing clear, actionable reports to drive improvement
Provide expert guidance on health and safety legislation, internal policies and industry best practice
Lead incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions implemented
Deliver tailored health and safety training, briefings and toolbox talks to employees and subcontractors
Monitor, analyse and report on safety performance data, highlighting trends, risks and improvement opportunities
Support contractor onboarding by assessing compliance, competence and capability
Liaise with enforcement bodies, including the HSE, Local Authorities and Fire & Rescue Services, as required
Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of management systems, including ISO 45001
Stay informed of regulatory changes and emerging risks within property maintenance, construction and FM environments
Requirements:
NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)
Diploma or equivalent desirable
Experience working in health and safety within property maintenance, construction or FM environments
Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation
Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site organisation
Confidence to influence, advise and challenge stakeholders at all levels
Nice to have:
Tech IOSH, working towards Grad IOSH, or Grad IOSH / CMIOSH status
Experience supporting ISO 45001 or similar management systems
Exposure to client-facing or regulated contract environments
What we offer:
Car allowance
Pension scheme and life assurance
25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)
1 paid volunteer day
£2000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation
Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC