Head of Health & Safety

I’m working with a well-established main contractor who is looking to appoint a Head of Health & Safety to lead their UK operations.

This Head of Health & Safety role is a key position within the business, overseeing safety across multiple live projects and managing a team of Safety Advisors. You’ll be working closely with senior leadership in the UK while also reporting into a Group Safety Director.

This is not a purely office-based Head of Health & Safety position. They’re looking for someone who is hands-on, regularly on site and able to build strong relationships with project teams while driving standards across the business.

Duties:

• Lead the UK function as Head of Health & Safety across multiple projects
• Manage and support a team of Safety Advisors
• Work closely with Project Managers and Directors on live sites
• Drive a proactive approach to health & safety across the business
• Carry out site visits, audits and support investigations when required
• Report into senior leadership in the UK and Group function

Requirements:

• 10+ years’ experience in construction health & safety
• Previous experience in a Head of Health & Safety or Senior HSE Manager role
• Background with a Tier 2 contractor or large subcontractor
• Experience managing H&S teams
• Hands-on approach with strong site presence
• Confident influencing and challenging site teams
• Strong communication skills and practical mindset

This Head of Health & Safety role would suit someone currently operating at a senior level who wants more ownership and the chance to shape safety across a growing UK business.