Job Title:
Group Head of Health and Safety
About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and influential HSE leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
* Lead the strategic direction for HSE management, ensuring best practices are followed across all sites.
* Act as the primary point of contact for all HSE matters, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
* Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations, implementing preventative measures.
* Oversee and drive a company-wide HSE leadership change programme.
* Develop and deliver safety training programs to promote a culture of safety and wellbeing.
* Work closely with HR on workplace wellbeing initiatives, including mental health and individual risk assessments.
* Ensure the business meets ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 standards through effective compliance and process management.
Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a HSE manager position, ideally within a manufacturing or construction environment.
* Proven ability to lead cultural change and embed a safety-first mindset across an organisation.
* Strong knowledge of current HSE legislation, risk management, and compliance standards.
* Experience conducting audits against ISO 45001 and implementing corrective actions.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and coaching skills.
* Relevant HSE qualifications, such as IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Certificate, NVQ Occupational Health & Safety, or NEBOSH Environmental Diploma.