Location
Wiltshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Head of Health & Safety
Location: South West
Contract: 3–months ongoing
Pay: Inside IR35 – Negotiable DOE
Our client, a local authority in the South West, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Health & Safety to lead their health, safety, and well–being initiatives. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in maximizing business effectiveness while minimizing risks and losses across the council.
Key Responsibilities
- Influence political and management planning to maximize business effectiveness.
- Manage key risks identified by the council's risk management process.
- Formulate and promulgate corporate health, safety, and well–being policies, procedures, and processes.
- Directly manage professionals across three disciplines and Workplace Charter project officers, with indirect management of Public Health specialists.
- Lead key performance indicators related to health and safety, interpreting and analyzing performance management data for continuous improvement.
- Prepare reports for Cabinet, Corporate Leadership Team, and Health and Safety meetings.
- Coordinate with Health and Safety Executive Inspectors and manage the health and safety services effectively.
- Manage the operational budget and corporate budget for reasonable adjustments.
- Act as the lead professional officer in all workplace health and safety matters, providing advice and support on complex cases.
- Ensure proper reporting and investigation of accidents, incidents, and near misses in accordance with statutory responsibilities.
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills Required
- Chartered Membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) achieved through a degree–level qualification or industry qualification and interview route.
- Minimum of ten years' experience in a senior role within the specialist field(s).
- Experience in influencing strategic planning and effective people management.
- Strong presentation skills (oral and written) and experience in procurement and contract management.
- Previous experience working for a Local Authority
How to Apply: If you're interested in applying, please submit your CV now and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed).
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