Head of Health & Safety: Culture & Compliance Leader

Portofdover; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety-focused organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Health & Safety to lead strategy and drive cultural improvement. The ideal candidate will have a degree and NEBOSH qualification, plus extensive experience in complex environments. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance, leading a team, and advising on safety legislation. The role offers professional development and a supportive environment. Additional benefits include annual leave, a pension scheme, and private health care.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays

Generous contributory pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Private Health Care

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

3rd party discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Reward & Recognition platform

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading Health & Safety at a senior level in complex environments.
• Extensive experience of shaping and embedding behavioural safety cultures.
• Flexibility to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Health & Safety team to deliver professional support.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and drive continual improvement.
• Advise senior leaders on legislation and strategic responses.
• Use KPIs and performance data to shape strategy.

Skills

Credible communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Team empowerment

Education

Degree-level education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

A leading safety-focused organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Health & Safety to lead strategy and drive cultural improvement. The ideal candidate will have a degree and NEBOSH qualification, plus extensive experience in complex environments. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance, leading a team, and advising on safety legislation. The role offers professional development and a supportive environment. Additional benefits include annual leave, a pension scheme, and private health care.