Head of Health & Safety

Head of Health & Safety & Security London | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Health & Safety leader looking for your next challenge within a prestigious, multi-site hospitality business? We're recruiting for an exceptional Head of Health & Safety & Security to join a luxury hospitality group with a portfolio of iconic London properties. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the Health & Safety and Security function across multiple high-profile locations, ensuring the highest standards of compliance, safety, and guest security. This is a strategic leadership role with significant visibility across the business, ideal for someone who enjoys influencing senior stakeholders, driving best practice, and creating a strong culture of safety. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for developing and implementing Health & Safety and Security strategies across a portfolio of luxury hotels. You'll ensure compliance with all UK legislation while supporting operational teams to provide a safe environment for guests, employees, contractors and visitors. Key Responsibilities \n

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• Lead the Health & Safety and Security function across multiple London properties.
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• Ensure full compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation, fire regulations and licensing requirements.
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• Develop, review and implement Health & Safety policies, procedures and best practices.
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• Manage internal and external audits, inspections and compliance programmes.
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• Conduct risk assessments across all sites and ensure appropriate control measures are implemented.
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• Investigate accidents and incidents, carrying out root cause analysis and implementing preventative actions.
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• Oversee emergency planning, evacuation procedures and business continuity plans.
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• Manage physical security including CCTV, access control systems and contracted security providers.
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• Build strong relationships with local authorities, emergency services and external stakeholders.
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• Deliver Health & Safety and fire safety training across the business.
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• Monitor incident trends and produce reports for senior leadership.
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• Support hotels during emergency situations and major incidents when required.
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About You We're looking for an experienced Health & Safety professional who has worked within a multi-site environment, ideally within hospitality, hotels, leisure or a customer-facing operation. You'll be confident influencing stakeholders at every level and passionate about creating safe, compliant and secure environments. Essential Skills & Experience \n

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• Proven experience in a senior Health & Safety leadership role across multiple sites.
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• Strong understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation and compliance.
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• Experience managing audits, inspections and risk assessments.
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• Excellent investigation, reporting and analytical skills.
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• Strong leadership and stakeholder management experience.
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• Ability to deliver engaging training and presentations.
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• Calm, professional and confident under pressure.
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• Experience overseeing CCTV, access control systems and security operations.
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Qualifications \n

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• NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6) or equivalent (essential)
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• First Aid at Work qualification
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• Fire Safety qualification/certification
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What's on Offer In return, you'll receive an excellent benefits package including:\n

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• Competitive salary
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• 28 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service
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• Paid birthday leave
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• Healthcare cashback plan
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• Employee Assistance Programme
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• Discounted gym membership
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• Ongoing training and leadership development
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• Paid volunteering day
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• Employee referral scheme
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• Complimentary meals on duty
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• Generous hotel discounts
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• Retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts
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• Recognition and reward programmes
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• Company social events and celebrations
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Additional Information \n

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• Full-time, permanent position
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• London based with regular travel between multiple sites
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• Flexibility to respond to emergencies outside normal working hours when required
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• Occasional overnight stays may be required
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