Head of Health and Safety

Our client is one the UK’s leading M&E Contractors specialising in delivering high-quality services across a range of sectors, including commercial, industrial, and healthcare projects. Due to consistent growth and project wins, our client is looking for a Head of Health & Safety to join their Senior Leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a Senior Leadership role and work within a company which offers longevity, stability and steady progression routes. THE ROLE: Reporting to the Executive Managing Director, this role is to lead, direct, and support the health and safety function across our clients Business Unit. The role acts as a strategic business partner, facilitating effective two-way communication with business boards and providing crucial Health & Safety insights during strategic business discussions.

As the Head of Health & Safety, some of the key responsibilities will include:

Analyse business Health and Safety data to develop integrated HSE strategies, lead root cause analysis investigations and change programmes across the Business Unit. Develop and deploy a communications plan for rapid information sharing and strategic support, including a suite of H&S metrics and performance targets. Provide motivation, development, and support to the H&S team, partnering with business boards to ensure alignment with objectives and strategies. Offer innovative H&S thought leadership, influence supply chain partners, and regularly engage in site visits to maintain current knowledge of H&S practices.

They are looking for someone with extensive senior Health and Safety leadership experience in an industrial or construction environment. The ideal candidate will have a high-level knowledge of all relevant construction

SHE legislation

and hold qualifications such as a

NEBOSH Diploma

or

NVQ level 4

, and

CMIOSH

or equivalent.

They must have excellent report writing skills, a deep understanding of motivation and behavioural change, and the ability to influence at all levels within the business. Exceptional coaching skills, innovative thinking, and high resilience are also crucial for this role. Additionally, the candidate should be adept at leading and developing a team of H&S professionals, capable of analysing data, and presenting effectively to senior boards and forums.

They should serve as a role model for business leadership and Health and Safety behaviours, demonstrating a commitment to fostering a safe and compliant work environment. The ability to communicate complex information clearly and to inspire and motivate others is essential.