Health & Safety and Security Advisor

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Health & Safety and Security Advisor

Job type: Permanent
Salary: £33,600 - £44,000 (dependant on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Working style: Site-based
Location: Based in Bardon, Leicestershire

VF Corporation has a brilliant new job opportunity as our Health & Safety and Security Advisor, based at our "state of the art" UK Distribution Centre in North-West Leicestershire!

We would love to hear from anyone that's interested in taking on this exciting role, working within the global fashion and apparel retail industry with market leading brands such as The North Face, Timberland and Vans!!!

VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands.

At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It's the reason we come to work every day.

Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling.

Let's Talk about the Role

As the Health & Safety, and Security Advisor, you'll play a key role in protecting our people and our operations.
You'll keep both local leadership and the wider EMEA Asset Protection team informed on emerging risks and regulatory changes, while driving high-impact safety and security initiatives.

Your attention to detail, strong influencing skills, and ability to lead cross-functional teams will help maintain exceptional standards across the site.

You'll collaborate closely with managers and departments across multiple locations to nurture a proactive, positive risk culture that keeps our VF teams safe, supported, and empowered.

How You Will Make a Difference

* Lead all health, safety, and security programs across the Distribution Centre, ensuring robust risk assessments and full regulatory compliance.
* Champion a strong asset protection culture while respecting and enhancing each site's unique environment.
* Act as the key safety representative, collaborating closely with EMEA H&S, DC Operations, HR, Maintenance, and external partners.
* Develop and deliver clear safety tools, training, and reporting to reduce risk, prevent loss, and support a safe working environment.
* Oversee incident and accident reporting, investigations, and follow-up actions to minimise risk and employee injuries.
* Manage physical security standards, including guidelines, audits, and oversight of third-party security teams.
* Drive loss prevention strategies, partnering with EMEA Asset Protection and law enforcement to address critical issues and protect VF's reputation.
* Support DC leadership in emergency procedures, while ensuring best practice sharing and alignment with global and regional standards.

Skills for Success

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required for the individual to be successful in this position.
* Experienced in Health & Safety regulations, preferably with professional qualifications to support your strategy and decisions.
* Previous knowledge in Security operations, as well as related industry experience e.g. Distribution Centre or manufacturing environments could be beneficial, but we are open to applications from all industries and backgrounds
* A confident and engaging communicator in English, with clear verbal, written, and presentation skills.
* A confident leader who can train, influence, and collaborate across departments to deliver results with projects and change management
* Professional, reliable, and highly organised, with a consistent ability to follow through on tasks.
* Self-motivated, proactive, and able to build strong relationships at all levels of the organisation.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
* It's important to mention that in this role, there will be some physical activities when inspecting, training, demonstrating and working within the DC Operation.

What's in it For You!

We're in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That's why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we're the total package:
* A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
* An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
* Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
* Subsidised canteen and break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks
* Health Shield membership and access to numerous health and wellbeing initiatives including an on-site gym
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off
* Smart pension scheme - 8% employer contribution
* Free secure onsite parking
* A discount card with 50% off on all VF brands 

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.

If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you!

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