You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.
A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.
IKEA Southampton are looking to welcome a Safety and Security Leader to join our team.
Your role will be to ensure holistic and proactive safety and security risk-handling, with a specific focus on loss prevention and in-store security. This is an ideal role for someone who is organised, can communicate well, and has a comprehensive knowledge of handling risk and ensuring a safe workplace.
WHAT WE OFFER
1. Starting salary of £33,500 per annum, based on competence and experience, which can be discussed at interview.
2. 39 hours a week, working 5 days in 7, including alternate weekends.
3. We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.
WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.
1. 15% IKEA discount and discount portal helping you save £100s on high street retailers.
2. X4 Life Assurance, enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest free loans.
3. Family-friendly policies and benefits.
4. Commitment to your development throughout your career.
5. Subsidised hot and cold meals, desserts and snacks in our co-worker restaurant.
...as well so much more! Full list of benefits at this link.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
1. You will have a NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent and/or demonstrated knowledge in the field of Occupational Health & Safety, fire safety and/or security.
2. With a strong sense of integrity, you have the ability to make well balanced decisions taking different business, people and ethical perspectives into consideration.
3. This role will require influencing stakeholders, including senior managers within the store, to ensure training and compliance is carried out in a timely manner.
4. Knowledge of risk and compliance processes and national laws and legislations connected to risk management, health, safety and security, and how to assess and mitigate risks within a business environment.
5. Good knowledge of crisis management and implementation, risk management and the risk assessment process.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
1. Promote risk management and awareness in-store, sharing expertise to develop risk aware decision taking. This includes identifying training needs and providing coaching and guiding of stakeholders to ensure a safe working environment.
2. Secure and ensure compliance of IKEA's internal policies and processes, as well as local legislation, helping to create a 'risk and compliance' culture.
3. Acting as the point of contact for the store in matters connected to risk, compliance, safety and security. This will involve communicating to internal and external stakeholders, including co-workers, visitors to the store, and local authorities.
4. Ensure that documentation, including processes, guidance documents, and risk assessments, are aligned, completed and followed up to provide a knowledgeable workforce who understand their risks.
5. Identify root causes of risk and compliance issues to minimise business loss and financial impact of accidents and claims.
WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us and feel valued in the workplace.
Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.
1. Please attach an updated CV and cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
2. Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to-face interview.
We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.
Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Background checks must be completed by all successful candidates. This role requires a criminal records check.
For any advice or support, email ari.davies-ho4@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!
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