Head Of Health And Safety

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Head of Health & Safety

Suffolk (Site Based)
Circa £70,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
Full Time | Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Head of Health & Safety to join a well-established organisation operating within the transport and infrastructure sector.

This is a senior leadership opportunity responsible for overseeing Health, Safety, Environmental, Security and Quality management across a major operational contract. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting operational teams within a complex 24/7 working environment.

The Role

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Lead and develop the organisation’s Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) strategy

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Ensure compliance with UK health & safety legislation and industry best practice

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Conduct risk assessments, audits and workplace inspections

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Lead investigations into incidents, accidents and near misses

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Provide expert HSE advice to senior management and operational teams

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Manage security, business continuity and emergency planning frameworks

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Oversee CCTV operations and security procedures

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Manage the ISO 9001 Quality Management System

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Monitor HSE performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives

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Deliver training, guidance and engagement programmes to staff

Requirements

Essential:

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NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)

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IOSH Membership (Certified or above)

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Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior Health & Safety role

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Strong knowledge of UK HSE legislation

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Experience conducting audits, investigations and risk assessments

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Excellent communication and leadership skills

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Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable:

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Chartered IOSH Membership

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Environmental or Security Management qualifications

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Experience within transport, infrastructure or operational environments

Benefits

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Competitive salary circa £70,000 DOE

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5% contributory pension

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Life assurance

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Health benefits

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Employee retail discount scheme

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24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
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Location:
Leiston
Salary:
£65,000 - £75,000 /annum plus great benefits
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Other

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