Head of Health and Safety

2 weeks ago


Exeter, United Kingdom AKTON Resourcing Ltd Full time
Job Title: Head of Health and Safety
Location: Exeter, United Kingdom
Type: Hybrid
Pay Rate: £600/day
Are you an experienced leader with a passion for transforming Health and Safety practices? Do you thrive in environments where collaboration and agility are paramount? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
About Us: We are a government client based in Exeter, committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees. As a Head of Health and Safety, you will play a pivotal role in driving forward our Health and Safety agenda, embedding a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.
Role Overview: As the Head of Health and Safety, you will be responsible for spearheading transformative change across our organisation. Your role will involve working closely with the Director of Services to devise and implement an effective H&S strategy, aligning with organisational values and objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and inspire teams to deliver tangible improvements in Health and Safety practices.
Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure alignment and commitment to H&S improvement plans.
Design and implement robust management and governance structures to ensure legal compliance and performance management.
Enhance H&S Management systems, transitioning to a single integrated system aligned with ISO standards.
Foster positive relationships with Trade Unions and Health and Safety consultancies.
Champion change through visible leadership, effective communication, and focus on benefits realisation.
Ensure compliance with HSES policy commitments and legal obligations.
Establish and maintain a culture of diversity and inclusion, promoting a workplace where all individuals can flourish.If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and drive meaningful change in Health and Safety practices, please apply now
Qualifications and Experience:
Proven track record of delivering significant improvements in H&S practices within large organisations.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence peers, executives, and line managers.
Experience in devising and implementing H&S strategies, policies, and procedures.
Familiarity with ISO standards and continuous improvement methodologies.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Experience working with Trade Unions and Health and Safety consultancies

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