Head of Health & Safety

A leading multi–disciplinary construction consultancy In Bristol is seeking an experienced Head of Health & Safety to join their growing South West team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic Health & Safety professional to lead and develop the company's H&S division, working on a range of high–profile projects across multiple sectors.

The Head of Health & Safety Role

As the Head of Health & Safety, you will be responsible for overseeing all health and safety aspects within the consultancy, ensuring compliance across a wide range of projects. You will lead a team of H&S professionals, providing guidance and strategic direction, and work closely with senior management to enhance the company's health and safety culture.

The successful Head of Health & Safety will

• Lead the Health & Safety division across multiple projects and sectors.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation, including CDM 2015 regulations.
• Provide strategic advice to clients, design teams, and contractors to ensure best practices are implemented.
• Develop and manage H&S policies, procedures, and risk management strategies.
• Oversee site audits and inspections, ensuring safety standards are maintained.
• Manage a team of H&S professionals, providing training and development opportunities.
• Drive the company's commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety across all projects.

To be successful in this role, you will need

• A recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in a senior H&S role, ideally within a construction or consultancy environment.
• In–depth knowledge of CDM 2015 and relevant health and safety legislation.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience leading teams.
• Excellent communication and client–facing skills.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (IOSH, APS) is highly desirable.

In Return

• 70,000 – 80,000 per annum (flexible depending on experience).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Performance–related bonus.
• Career progression opportunities within a well–established consultancy.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Regular social and networking events.

If you are a Head of Health & Safety considering your career options, please contact Lucy Barlow at Brandon James on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

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Head of Health & Safety CDM Construction Health and Safety NEBOSH Consultancy Bristol