Health & Safety Site Manager, Distribution Center Bozhurishte

We believe that our employees are key to our success, going from one store in 1979 to more than 3,600 stores worldwide today. We have Distribution Centers placed across Europe covering our markets – stores and online – as efficiently as possible. That is why we strive to offer development and possibilities of growing within JYSK, and we also take pride in rewarding engagement and a great effort among our employees.

Our three fundamental JYSK Values – Tradesman, Colleague and Corporate Spirit – express the behavior and attitude that we can expect from each other. We trust each other, and we believe in empowerment and freedom with responsibility.

Do you want to work in one of the most modern, highly automated distribution centers in Bulgaria?

We offer a dynamic workplace where personal development, involvement and team spirit are in focus. We distribute products to 305 stores and online customers in Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, Turkey, and all other countries in the Balkan area. 

Would you like to join our team with more than 350 colleagues?

Then you might be the Health & Safety Site Manager we are looking for!

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

• A Scandinavian company culture that must be experienced! You are invited to speak up and have a say in your working environment.
• Influence the improvement of our Distribution Center and organizational practices.
• Personal development and career opportunities across JYSK in an international culture and learning focused environment where we share best practice across countries in our organization.
• A good work life balance with a high degree of flexibility and freedom within the area of responsibility.
• Onboarding training.
• The opportunity for healthy food at a good price in our canteen.
• A competitive salary and a good compensation and benefit package.
• Additional Health Insurance.
• Food vouchers on the amount of 102,26 € per month.
• Multisport/ Coolfit card at a preferential price.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support for personal, financial and legal matters for you and your immediate family.
• 20% discount on your purchases at all JYSK stores.

WHAT YOUR NEW JOB WILL BE ABOUT

We are looking for a Health & Safety Site Manager to lead and drive the health and safety agenda at our Distribution Center in Bulgaria.

In this role, you will have overall responsibility for the daily management of health and safety activities at the site, ensuring compliance with Bulgarian legislation and corporate standards while building a strong safety culture across the organization.

You will translate corporate Health & Safety strategy into practical operational execution at Distribution center level, working closely with logistics, HR, technical teams, and employee representatives to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all employees.

You will report directly to the Logistics Director (Distribution Center Bozhurishte) and work in close cooperation with the Health & Safety Manager Logistics.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Health & Safety Management

• Lead and coordinate all health and safety activities at the distribution center
• Ensure health and safety considerations are integrated into operational, technical, and investment decisions
• Build and maintain an effective local health and safety organization

Compliance & Procedures

• Implement and ensure compliance with corporate H&S procedures
• Align corporate procedures with Bulgarian health and safety legislation
• Maintain local H&S guidelines, methods, and tools

Risk Assessment & Prevention

• Conduct risk assessments and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Carry out regular safety inspections
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of equipment and safety devices
• Oversee contractor safety and ensure emergency preparedness and fire safety

Incident Management

• Manage accidents, near-misses, and risk observations
• Ensure investigation, documentation, and corrective actions
• Report incidents and performance to relevant stakeholders

Safety Culture & Communication

• Promote strong safety culture and behavioral safety initiatives
• Communicate health and safety topics across the organization
• Encourage employee involvement and process safety improvement proposals

Training & Development

• Coordinate health and safety training programs
• Ensure onboarding training for new employees
• Collaborate with HR on competence development related to safety

Reporting & Performance Management

• Prepare the Annual Health & Safety Report for the distribution center
• Monitor H&S performance and manage KPIs
• Ensure documentation and reporting of safety activities and results

Collaboration & Governance

• Facilitate Health & Safety Committee meetings at the distribution center
• Collaborate with operations, HR, technical departments, and other DCs
• Share best practices across the logistics organization

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

Qualifications:

• Relevant Health & Safety education, certification, or professional experience
• Experience working with standardized safety management systems (e.g., ISO 45001)
• Strong knowledge of Bulgarian health and safety legislation
• Experience in logistics, warehouse, production, or similar operational environments is an advantage

Personal competencies

• Management skills and stakeholder management
• Ability to work across functions and levels
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to motivate and involve employees
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Project management experience
• Change management skills/Experience with large scale transformation
• Experience with change management or transformation initiatives is an advantage

Languages:

• Bulgarian (working language)
• English (professional working proficiency)

IS THIS YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY? Apply today!

Join our team at JYSK and help us find and nurture the talent that drives our success. If you're passionate about health and safety and eager to make a difference, apply now and be part of our dynamic organization.

Recruitment process

We process applications on an ongoing basis and complete the recruitment when we have found the right candidate. We always hold interviews – and you can expect to have assessments if we invite you. We look forward to hearing about your motivation for the job.

JYSK wants to include everyone, no matter the age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and experience. Together, we secure our inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Because a great mix of minds, talents and unique personalities makes us a stronger team.

For more information, please visit our career page.