Head of Health and Safety
SHEQ
£65,000 - 72,000 + benefits
ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management Systems.
A background in manufacturing, construction, utilities, pump or plant hire.
Middlesbrough with travel to other UK sites
Leading manufacturer experience a period of growth is actively recruiting for an experienced Head of Health and Safety to assume responsibility for developing, implementing, and overseeing all health and safety policies, procedures, and programs across the business. This role requires a strategic leader who can drive a culture of safety, ensure compliance with international regulations, and proactively manage risks associated with the operations team.
The successful Head of Health and Safety will have accountability for the performance and results of a team of H&S Advisors.
Main responsibilities for the position of the Head of Health and Safety ( SHEQ)
- Develop and execute a comprehensive health and safety (H&S) strategy that supports the overall business objectives. Set measurable H&S goals and monitor progress towards achieving them.
- Lead the development of long-term health and safety plans, including budgeting and resource allocation.
- Lead and mentor a team of H&S Advisors across multiple locations and business entities, providing guidance and support to ensure effective delivery of safety initiatives. Work collaboratively with your team to ensure adequate compliance across the business.
- Establish health and safety plan for team for year to come in line with the overall health and safety strategy, ensuring any associated programmes are up to date.
- Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring Ownership and assuming responsibility for the company's accreditations, specifically to ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management Systems.
Essential experience required for the position of Head of Health and Safety ( SHEQ)
- Detailed knowledge and operational experience of ensuring compliance with:
o ISO 18001 / 45001 Health and Safety Management Systems
o H&S Legislation
- NEBOSH Diploma, Degree or NVQ in Occupational Health and Safety.
- Effective and recent demonstrable experience in Head of H&S role or similar.
- Experienced and confident in writing and reviewing health and safety procedures in line with legislation and management systems.
- Proven background in leading a Health and Safety team setting clear objectives aligned to goals. Proven track record of raising the standards within a team.
- Experience of driving a Health and Safety culture creating an environment where good practices are a way of everyday life and total compliance is adhered to.
- Professional and confident to challenge the status quo and improve the way things are done with experience of continuous improvement of systems and processes.
- Ability to present and communicate information effectively to management and directors.
- Driving licence
- Ability and willingness to travel throughout the UK spending nights away from home from time to time.
Desirable experience for the position of Head of Health and Safety ( SHEQ)
- Chartered member of the IOSH (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health).
- A background in manufacturing, construction, utilities, pump or plant hire.
Head of Health and Safety