Head of Health & Safety

Position : Head of Health&Safety

Salary : Interim or Permanent, Day rate £(Apply online only), permanent £70k

Location : West Midlands

The Role

We are looking for a strategic, hands-on

Head of Health & Safety

to lead, shape, and embed a proactive safety culture across our entire service operation. Reporting directly to the Group H&S Director and MD  you will ensure full statutory compliance while designing practical, commercial safety solutions that work seamlessly in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.

The Ideal Candidate: must be positive ,proactive and a hands on individual who leads from the front takes genuine ownership and has a can-do attitude. They do not want professionals from a large corporate backgrounds who

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Culture:

Develop and execute our group-wide Health & Safety strategy, moving our teams from simple compliance to a genuinely proactive safety culture.

Policy & Compliance:

Own, update, and enforce all H&S policies, risk assessments, and safe systems of work in line with UK legislation (including the Health and Safety at Work Act, fire safety, food hygiene/allergens if applicable, and manual handling).

Multi-Site Governance:

Lead a team of H&S advisors and site champions to deliver consistent audits, site inspections, and incident investigations across all locations.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Partner closely with operational leaders, site managers, and HR to ensure safety protocols support commercial goals without creating unnecessary red tape.

Regulatory Liaison:

Act as the primary point of contact for external bodies, including the HSE, Environmental Health Officers (EHO), and Fire Authorities.

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications:

NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent NVQ Level 5/6) and Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH), or working towards it.

Sector Experience:

Proven track record in a senior H&S leadership role within a fast-paced, multi-site service environment (e.g., hospitality, retail, leisure, facilities, or logistics).

Commercial Mindset:

Ability to balance strict regulatory requirements with the practical realities of customer service and day-to-day operations.

Leadership & Influence:

An engaging communicator who can coach frontline managers, influence senior directors, and inspire teams at every level.

Data-Driven:

Strong analytical skills with experience using H&S management software to spot trends and prevent incidents before they happen