About this role
PLEASE DELETE/KEEP ACCORDINGLY
Contract: Full-Time Permanent, 5 days out of 7
BECAUSE YOU’RE SAFE TODAY AND SAFE TOMORROW
A people-first culture where you can work with impact. A business that continues to grow and invest creating maximum joy at minimum cost. Just look at our 80,000+ colleagues across 450+ stores covering many markets globally, all leaving their mark.
Our colleagues are the heart of everything we do – we’re caring, dynamic and we succeed together. As the EHS & Operations Manager within the store, your role will involve establishing a secure environment for both customers and colleagues.
What you’ll do
At Primark we do retail our way…so here is a taste of what you can expect in the role.
- Maintain and monitor fire safety, asbestos management, and water system maintenance.
- Conduct regular EHS audits – investigate and escalate as the situation dictates.
- Review any accidents and take any preventative measures.
- Manage the relationship with security and any 3rd party contractors.
- Implement environmental initiatives within the store on energy management, waste management and chemical management.
- Lead a small team and collaborate with the store management team to drive operational excellence.
- Create a culture of ‘Safe Today, Safe Tomorrow’ by implementing all EHS policies and procedures, through effective coaching and demonstrating proactivity to mitigate hazards that may arise.
- Drive your own development by taking advantage of our digital learning, apprenticeships and career pathways and see yourself grow in a supportive place powered by our people.
What you’ll bring
Your focus will be instilling a safety-first ethos and promoting a secure store setting for both team members and customers. Here’s what we need from you:
- Experienced Operations professional with at least 3 years of management.
- Ideally, you’ll have relevant EHS qualifications such as NEBOSH, or you are willing to work towards gaining them.
- A keen eye for detail spotting potential hazards before they arise.
- Strong influencing and communication skills – to challenge, engage, and inspire at all levels.
Excited? Good. Because it’s energising to put your skills to work in a growing global business committed to helping people express themselves – and feel a sense of belonging.
Apply to make an impact as an EHS & Operations Manager and be welcomed to the wide world of Primark.
THIS IS RETAIL OUR WAY! APPLY NOW & PLEASE UPLOAD YOUR CV
Our fashion isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture. Primark promotes equal employment opportunity, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, access opportunities and thrive together.
If you require extra support at any stage of the selection process, please get in touch with our team at removingbarriers@primark.co.uk.
REQ ID: JR-12913
About facilities & operations roles for ex-police
Operations, facilities and site management roles. Running a shift, a custody suite or an operational unit is people-and-process management employers can use from day one.
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- Investigative casework
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What facilities & operations roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Operations coordinator | £28,000–£36,000 |
| Facilities manager | £38,000–£52,000 |
| Operations manager | £45,000–£60,000 |
| Senior / regional operations manager | £55,000–£75,000 |