We are currently working in partnership with a award-winning University, who are looking to appoint a Head of Health & Safety on a Permanent Contract.

This will be a full-time position based in Southeast London, with hybrid working (1/2 days home working) and a salary of £63,655 - £71,157.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in in health and safety management within a complex organisation, preferably in higher education or a similar sector.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Develop and implement a comprehensive university-wide health and safety strategy, ensuring alignment with legal requirements, institutional goals, and best practices

• Oversee day-to-day health and safety operations across the university, ensuring effective risk management for issues including fire safety, asbestos, and water safety

• Lead investigations into health and safety incidents, accidents, and near-misses, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented

• Lead the review and update of health and safety policies and procedures to reflect legislative changes and best practices, ensuring effective communication of these policies across the university

• Ensure all accidents, incidents, and dangerous occurrences are properly reported, including filing RIDDOR reports with HSE when necessary

• Lead, mentor, and manage the Health and Safety team, providing clear direction and support to ensure high levels of performance

• Manage the health and safety budget, ensuring financial resources are allocated effectively and in line with university procedures

Experience required:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field such as Health and Safety Management, Occupational Health, or Environmental Safety.

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.

• Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) or equivalent status (desirable)

• Demonstrable experience of implementing health and safety policies that comply with legislation and promote a culture of safety.

• Experience managing and leading a health and safety team

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, including fire safety, asbestos regulations, and the Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex information clearly

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels

Rewards and Benefits:

• Hybrid working

• Offers a generous annual leave entitlement on top of college closure days (public holidays in England and two extra days at Easter, four at Christmas)

• Training and development

• Staff wellbeing programme

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week

• Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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