Head of Health & Safety

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop the safety, health, and wellbeing strategy across the business and drive associated action plans.
• Line manage and be responsible for the development of a team of Health & Safety Partners.
• Provide expert advice to senior management on current and emerging legislation and best practices in safety and health.
• Coach the SLT and operational managers in safety and health leadership.
• Engage Store Managers and Regional Directors to share your safety vision
• Provide support, coaching and advice to Grafton GB Distribution.
• Liaise with local authorities and authorised bodies where necessary.
• Act as a role model for effective safety and health leadership.
• Proactively assess key business safety, health, fire etc risks and opportunities.
• Develop a comprehensive, business-integrated approach to auditing, monitoring, and action planning.
• Manage safety and health performance assessments and data, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
• Ensure routine safety and health activities, checks, and investigations are carried out consistently.
• Coordinate the creation and delivery of safety and health training.
• Ensure engagement with and adherence to local arrangements where required.
• Prepare regular reports on compliance, initiatives, and improvements.
• Collaborate and build close working relationships with other departments and Group Health & Safety teams.

The primary location for this role will be our Support Centre in Wythall, Birmingham, with field travel and presence required. Previous multi-site experience is desirable.

Rewards & Benefits

At Selco Builders Warehouse, we believe in rewarding our colleagues with a benefits package that truly makes a difference. Here’s what you’ll enjoy when you join our team:

Work-Life Balance & Extras

• Colleague Discount – Enjoy discounts at Selco and other Grafton Group businesses to help with home improvements.
• Holiday Buy Scheme – Purchase extra holiday and spread the cost over 12 months.
• Paid Volunteer Leave – Take time off to give back to a cause close to your heart.
• Enhanced Family Leave Pay – Extra support for maternity, paternity, adoption, and fertility treatments.
• Free Breakfast – Start your day right with access to our in-store and office pantries.
• Apprenticeships & Career Development – Learn, grow, and take your career to the next level.
• Refer a Friend Bonus – Know someone great? Earn a bonus when they join our team!

Financial Benefits

• Enhanced Pension Scheme – We match every 1% above the statutory 5% that you contribute.
• EarlyPay – Access your earned wages before payday when you need them.
• Profit-Based Bonus Scheme – We work hard and celebrate success with quarterly and yearly bonuses.
• ShareSave Scheme – Share in the success you help create!  Save from just £5 a month and have the option to become a Grafton Group Plc shareholder.
• Retail & Leisure Discounts – Save on groceries, restaurants, cinema tickets, theme parks, utilities and more!

Health & Wellbeing

• Health Cash Plan – We cover the cost of a plan that lets you claim cash back on everyday medical treatments like dental, optical, and prescriptions. Plus, access video consultations
• with a GP.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Free and confidential support, including counselling, financial guidance, and legal advice.
• Life Assurance – Protection for your loved ones should the unexpected happen.
• Gym Discounts – Save up to 25% at hundreds of health clubs nationwide.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Get a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice, saving on tax and making commuting easier

About Us

Looking to build a career with a company that’s proud to support the nation’s tradespeople? At Selco Builders Warehouse, we’re always on the lookout for enthusiastic, down-to-earth individuals who bring a positive, team-first attitude to everything they do!

We’re a well-established name in the industry with a strong store network across the UK—and we’re continuing to invest in our people, our business, and our future. It’s a busy, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, but you’ll be surrounded by great colleagues and backed by a superb reward and benefits package.

We’re committed to being a truly inclusive employer. That means creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive—regardless of background or experience. Health and Safety remains our top priority, and we’ll always support our colleagues in doing their best work, safely.