Head Of Health And Safety

About the Client: SSA are recruiting on behalf of a well-established main contractor with an annual turnover of approximately £250 million. Operating across construction, refurbishment and specialist contracting sectors, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering complex projects safely, sustainably and to the highest quality standards throughout the UK. As part of their continued growth and commitment to industry-leading safety standards, they are seeking an experienced Head of Health & Safety to lead the company's health, safety and building safety function. About the Role: The Head of Health & Safety will provide strategic leadership across the business, ensuring the highest standards of health, safety and regulatory compliance are maintained. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the company's Health & Safety strategy, maintaining ISO 45001 accreditation, ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, and leading a team of Health & Safety professionals. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management, operational teams and external regulatory bodies to promote a proactive safety culture across the organisation. About the Responsibilities: * Lead and continually develop the company's Health & Safety strategy across all business operations. * Manage and maintain the ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System, ensuring ongoing certification and continual improvement. * Ensure full compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations and the Building Safety Act 2022. * Provide strategic oversight of Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs), Safety Case Reports and the Golden Thread of Information where applicable. * Act as the company's senior competent Health & Safety professional, providing expert advice to Directors and senior leadership. * Lead the management and development of the Health & Safety team, ensuring continuous professional development and high performance. * Oversee site inspections, audits and compliance reviews, ensuring corrective actions are implemented where required. * Develop, review and improve company Health & Safety policies, procedures and management systems. * Manage incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and lessons learned are implemented across the business. * Liaise with regulatory authorities, external auditors and certification bodies as required. * Support pre-construction teams with Health & Safety input for bids, tenders and project submissions. * Produce monthly Health & Safety reports for the Board and lead company-wide Health & Safety communications and initiatives. * Champion a positive Health & Safety culture through visible leadership, coaching and continuous improvement. About the Requirements: * Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH). * Extensive experience in a senior Health & Safety leadership position within the UK construction industry. * Proven experience working for a main contractor delivering new build construction projects, with exposure to refurbishment and regeneration projects considered advantageous. * Strong understanding of construction methodologies across residential, commercial, mixed-use or public sector developments. * Demonstrable experience implementing and managing ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems. * Thorough knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations and the Building Safety Act 2022. * Experience overseeing Health & Safety across multiple live construction sites and supporting operational delivery teams. * Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop Health & Safety teams within a multi-project environment. * Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance operational delivery and Health & Safety compliance. * Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge where necessary and drive positive behavioural change. About the Benefits: * Competitive salary and comprehensive executive benefits package. * Opportunity to lead Health & Safety for a highly respected contractor with a £250m annual turnover. * Genuine strategic leadership role with significant influence across the business. * Ongoing professional development and support for continued career progression. * Collaborative senior leadership team with a strong commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence. * Long-term career prospects within a stable and growing organisation