Health And Safety Manager

Job Description

Health, Safety & Facilities Manager

Montgomery, Illinois

5 days on site

About World of Books

It all started with one bag of books rescued from landfill. Since 2002, we've grown into a certified B Corp and one of the world's largest online sellers of preloved books and media. Everything we do helps us read more and waste less. With $270M+ in annual sales, we sell to customers in 190+ countries, which is made possible by our global teams across the US, UK and Hungary.

Our mission hasn't changed since day one. We want to be the planet's bookstore and we're doing that by protecting the planet, supporting charities and championing a circular economy. Every year we reuse or recycle over 85 million books, and we've rehomed more than 100 million so far. Through

World of Books, you can buy preloved and new books, or sell us the ones you've finished with for cash. That's fewer books gathering dust, less in landfill, and more in the hands of people who will love them. For us, purpose and performance go hand in hand. The more we grow, the more books we keep in circulation, the more readers we reach, and the bigger the difference we make for people and planet. The preloved books market is a huge global opportunity, and with our scale, supplier relationships and marketplace reach, we're ready to lead the way. If you want to help us do that, you're in the right place.

Read more. Waste less.

Role Purpose

The Health, Safety & Facilities Manager will lead all site-level health, safety, environmental (HSE), and facilities management initiatives at our large-scale book distribution centre in Montgomery, Illinois. The role ensures full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while driving a proactive safety culture and managing the upkeep, maintenance, and functionality of the facility to support operational efficiency.

Reporting into the US Director of Operations, this is a key leadership role at the Montgomery site, with direct influence on the safety and wellbeing of all colleagues and the physical environment in which they work.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety

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• Own and implement the site’s Health & Safety Management System in line with OSHA and company standards.
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• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations; implement corrective actions in collaboration with the Site Management Team.
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• Work closely with third-party contractors on site, ensuring appropriate method statements and risk assessments are in place.
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• Embed an engaging ‘Safety First’ culture across the site, leading safety training programmes, communications, onboarding, and refresher courses.
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• Identify training needs for site personnel and implement suitable programmes to develop knowledge and awareness of H&S best practice.
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• Maintain safety records, reporting, and documentation in line with regulatory and internal compliance requirements.
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• Chair the site’s Safety Committee and lead monthly meetings on safety performance and improvements, providing reports and updates to the Group COO.
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• Liaise with insurance providers, auditors, and regulators as needed.
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Facilities Management

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• Oversee all aspects of building maintenance, repairs, utilities, and equipment servicing (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety systems, etc.).
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• Manage vendor relationships and service contracts for janitorial, waste disposal, pest control, and other facility services.
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• Lead the relationship with the property management company and other landlord representatives.
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• Plan and manage preventative maintenance schedules for critical infrastructure.
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• Lead minor construction, refurbishment, or fit-out projects with minimal disruption to operations.
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• Ensure the site remains compliant with building codes and fire safety regulations.
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General Leadership & Compliance

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• Develop and manage annual safety and facilities budgets.
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• Provide visible leadership and role modelling to the Operations and Office teams.
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• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices and legislative changes in occupational safety and facility management.
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• Drive continuous improvement through Lean principles where applicable.
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Skills & Experience

Required

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• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role within distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or warehousing.
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• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices.
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• Proven experience managing large-scale facilities (150,000+ sq ft preferred).
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• Demonstrated ability to manage vendors and contractors.
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• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
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Preferred

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• Degree or certification in Occupational Health & Safety, Facilities Management, or a related field.
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• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent.
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• Experience with CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems).
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• Exposure to Lean, 5S, or Six Sigma environments.
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• Spanish language skills desirable but not essential.
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Personal Attributes

✔ Hands-on, practical, and solutions-oriented

✔ Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

✔ Able to prioritise and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

✔ Exceptional communication skills

✔ Natural collaborator and team player — builds trust across teams and levels

World of Books is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.