Head of Health and Safety
Job Description
Directorandnbsp;ofandnbsp;Health,andnbsp;Safetyandnbsp;and Environment
Location:andnbsp;Yorkshire (Leeds)
Salary:andnbsp;Up to andpound;90,000 + Excellent benefits (salary depend on experience)
A leading construction company is seeking a passionate and experienced Headandnbsp;ofandnbsp;Health,andnbsp;Safetyandnbsp;and Environmentandnbsp;to lead the development and execution of its HSE policies across a diverse range of construction projects.
This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing, well-respected construction business with a strong pipeline of projects and a reputation for delivering quality. andnbsp;
This is a key leadership role within an ambitious and values-driven business committed to building with integrity,andnbsp;safety, and sustainability at its core. Youandrsquo;ll play a critical part in shaping the culture and systems that protect people and ensure project excellence.
Key Responsibilities of the HSE Head:
- Create and oversee robustandnbsp;health,andnbsp;safetyandnbsp;and environmental (HSE) policies aligned with UK legislation and best practice.
- Lead site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and ensure compliance, driving continuous improvement.
- Investigate incidents and near misses, conduct root cause analysis, and implement action plans to prevent recurrence.
- Deliver HSE training and first aid instruction while championingandnbsp;safetyandnbsp;awareness across all levels of the organisation.
What Weandrsquo;re Looking For:
- A proven and extensive background inandnbsp;healthandnbsp;andandnbsp;safetyandnbsp;at senior management level within the construction industry.
- Strong working knowledge of HSE legislation and a practical approach to applying it on live projects.
- Able to influence and engage with all levels of staff, from site teams to senior leadership.
- Skilled in root cause analysis and confident producing detailed reports and action plans that drive real change.
- Experience of managing a team (Handamp;S Managers, Advisors etc)