Head of Health and Safety

Irwin & Colton

Head of Health and Safety

Chingford
£100,000 + package

Are you a strategic safety leader ready to influence high standards and embed a zero-harm culture across multiple construction and refurbishment projects?


Do you thrive on developing safety strategies that promote a proactive safety mindset at all levels of an organisation?

We are seeking a senior Head of Health and Safety to lead and shape our safety agenda. This is a pivotal role responsible for driving excellent safety standards across a diverse portfolio, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement the company's Health and Safety strategy across all projects
  • Promote a strong, positive safety culture on site and within teams
  • Ensure adherence to all relevant UK legislation and industry standards
  • Provide expert guidance and influence senior leadership and operational teams
  • Monitor safety performance, manage risk, and drive ongoing improvements

The successful candidate will have:

  • Hold relevant Health and Safety qualifications and ideally be a Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH), or working towards this statusProven leadership experience within construction safety
  • Deep knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and industry best practices
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
  • A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and construction sector experience

This is an exciting opportunity to lead safety in a dynamic, high-profile organisation committed to excellence and professional growth. For more information or to apply please contact Luke O'Driscoll on or (phone number removed). Job Ref: 4650

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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