Group Health & Safety Director - Caribbean

GAP Talent; Greater London; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a Group Health & Safety Director to lead health and safety initiatives across its Caribbean and Central America properties. This strategic role involves ensuring compliance with global safety standards and driving a culture of safety excellence. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of leadership experience in health and safety management within the hospitality industry, with a strong background in emergency response planning and crisis management. This prestigious organization offers an attractive, tax-free salary package along with comprehensive relocation support, making this an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Tax-free salary package

Full relocation support

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership experience in health and safety management.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA, ISO 45001, and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee health and safety policies across all properties.
• Ensure compliance with local and international safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Risk Management

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Environmental Science

Risk Management

Tools

Safety Management Systems

Compliance Software

Digital Reporting Tools

Job description

Group Health & Safety Director - Caribbean

Job Title: Group Health & Safety Director

Location: Caribbean & Central America (Full Relocation Provided)

Industry: Multinational Hospitality Group

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Summary:

A prestigious, publicly listed hospitality group operating across the Caribbean and Central America is seeking a highly experienced Health & Safety Director to lead and oversee all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies and initiatives. This executive role requires a strategic leader to ensure compliance with global and regional safety standards, mitigate risks, and drive a culture of health and safety excellence across all properties. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in implementing best practices to protect guests, employees, and assets while maintaining the highest standards of safety within the luxury hospitality sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and oversee corporate health and safety policies and procedures across all properties.
• Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations, identifying areas for improvement.
• Drive safety training and awareness programs for employees at all levels to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Oversee emergency preparedness, crisis management plans, and disaster response strategies.
• Collaborate with senior management to integrate health and safety priorities into business operations.
• Monitor and analyze safety performance metrics, implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and manage safety compliance audits, liaising with government authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure that all properties maintain certifications and accreditations related to occupational health and safety.
• Provide leadership on sustainability initiatives related to workplace safety, environmental health, and risk mitigation.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in health and safety management within the hospitality, tourism, or luxury resort industry.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA, ISO 45001, HACCP, and other relevant HSE standards.
• Strong background in emergency response planning, crisis management, and workplace risk assessments.
• Experience managing multi-location safety programs in a multinational environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to analyze data and implement data-driven safety initiatives.
• Proficiency in safety management systems, compliance software, and digital reporting tools.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to drive a safety-first culture across the organization.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage safety professionals across multiple locations.
• High adaptability to evolving regulatory and environmental conditions.
• Excellent problem-solving and risk management capabilities.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in health and safety practices.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Attractive, tax-free salary package.
• Full relocation support, including housing.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Strategy/Planning and Other

Industries: Hospitality