Head of Health & Safety

Head of Health & Safety

Residential Developer | London

The Opportunity

An established residential developer is looking to appoint an experienced Head of Health & Safety to lead and develop its health and safety function across a portfolio of residential construction projects, including high-rise developments and fire safety remediation schemes.

This is a senior, hands-on position offering the opportunity to shape company-wide safety standards, influence operational decision-making and work closely with directors, project teams and external contractors.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance and embedding best practice throughout the business. They will combine strong technical knowledge with a practical, commercially aware approach to managing risk across live construction environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the ongoing development and implementation of the company's Health & Safety strategy, policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with relevant UK legislation, construction regulations and recognised industry standards.
Oversee health and safety performance across multiple residential developments, including high-rise schemes and fire safety projects.
Carry out site visits, inspections and audits, identifying potential hazards and ensuring appropriate corrective measures are implemented.
Manage the investigation of accidents, incidents and near misses, establishing root causes and preventing recurrence.
Review risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), providing guidance on the safe execution of complex and high-risk activities.
Work collaboratively with site management, subcontractors and senior leadership to improve standards and challenge unsafe working practices where necessary.
Monitor and report on safety performance, highlighting areas of concern and recommending improvements.
Promote a positive safety culture through engagement, accountability and the development of safer working behaviours.
Provide practical advice to operational teams, ensuring risks are managed effectively without losing sight of project delivery and commercial objectives.Candidate Profile

We are seeking a confident and proactive Health & Safety professional with substantial experience in the construction or residential development sector. You will be comfortable taking ownership of a function, influencing stakeholders at all levels and balancing strategic responsibility with a visible presence on site.

The ideal candidate will offer:

Proven senior-level Health & Safety experience within residential construction, housebuilding or property development.
A track record of overseeing safety across multiple live construction sites, ideally including high-rise residential developments.
A recognised Health & Safety qualification.
A strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation, construction risk management, auditing and incident investigation.
Experience dealing with fire safety remediation or legacy building safety projects would be advantageous.
The ability to engage, influence and challenge site teams, subcontractors and senior management constructively.
Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills, with the confidence to drive improvements across an established business.
A commercially minded approach, with the ability to develop proportionate solutions while maintaining high safety standards.
A full, valid UK driving licence.The Package

Basic salary: £80,000-£100,000, depending on experience.
Bonus: 10%.
Car allowance.
Pension contribution.
Private healthcare.This is an excellent opportunity for an established Health & Safety leader to take ownership of a key business function and make a tangible impact on safety, compliance and operational performance across a growing residential development portfolio.

Apply on the link below if you are interested or call the office on (phone number removed) ( Option 1)

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