.Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with over 60,000 colleagues and over 3,400 stores across several retail fascias in over 30 markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives. JD Gyms Group JD Gyms Group is a leading fitness brand with a strong commitment to the well-being of our members and colleagues. We provide a safe and supportive environment in all our gym and swim facilities nationwide. We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Health and Safety Manager to join our team and ensure the highest standards of health and safety across our organisation. Role Overview As the Health and Safety Manager at JD Gyms Group, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing comprehensive health and safety strategies, policies, and procedures. You will empower our managers and colleagues with the knowledge and tools necessary to maintain a safe and secure environment, promoting the well-being of our members and colleagues alike. Key Responsibilities Strategic Planning: Develop, implement, and continuously improve health and safety strategies aligned with organisational goals and industry best practices. Policy Development: Create and enforce health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. Empowerment: Empower managers and colleagues with training, resources, and support to foster a safety-conscious culture throughout the organisation. Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and inspections across all gym facilities. Incident Response: Develop and maintain effective incident response protocols, conducting thorough investigations and implementing corrective actions as needed. Data Analysis: Analyse health and safety data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities to enhance the overall safety performance. Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and regulatory bodies to promote a positive safety image for the organisation. Emergency Preparedness: Develop and maintain emergency response plans, ensuring all employees are trained and prepared to handle various emergency situations. Qualifications and Experience Qualified to NEBOSH Diploma level or equivalent