Irwin and Colton
Group Head of Health & Safety
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Group Head of Health & Safety
Up to £80K + Benefits
Hybrid (National Travel)
Are you ready to lead a high-level safety strategy within a dynamic organisation that values health, safety, and operational excellence? Do you thrive on influencing culture, driving compliance, and safeguarding people at all levels?
We are seeking an experienced Group Head of Health & Safety to develop, implement, and oversee the organisation's safety policies and practices. This strategic role involves working closely with executive leadership to foster a proactive safety culture and ensuring the organisation's compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will:
- Lead the development and continuous improvement of the organisation's H&S strategy and management system.
- Provide expert advice and assurance to senior leadership, supporting regulatory compliance and governance.
- Oversee risk assessments, incident investigations, and the management of insurance claims.
- Promote a positive safety culture through training, stakeholder engagement, and behavioural safety initiatives.
- Manage H&S performance data, reporting, and external audits to ensure ongoing organisational improvement.
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The candidate will have:
- A NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent professional qualification, with Chartered membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) preferred.
- Proven senior leadership experience in health & safety, with a track record of strategy implementation and compliance management.
- Extensive knowledge of UK H&S legislation, management systems (ISO 45001), and risk mitigation.
- Strong influencing, stakeholder management, and communication skills with the ability to lead change effectively.
Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to safety, sustainability, and diversity. Grow your career in a supportive, inclusive culture where you can truly make a difference.
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For more information or to apply, please contact Sam Tearne at or call 01923 937 075.
Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions.
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