Head of Fire, Health and Safety

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Health and Safety to ensure compliance and operational excellence across fire, security, and health management. This role involves leading a dedicated team, providing expert advice, and maintaining high safety standards in a multi-site environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong qualifications in Fire Safety Management and demonstrate a pragmatic approach to safety. Join a prestigious healthcare institution committed to individual care and safety excellence, offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Pension scheme (up to 20%)

Private medical healthcare

33 days annual leave

Travel loan

Retail discounts

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing fire safety and health and safety in multi-site environments.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on fire protection and safety management.
• Lead and develop the Security team in collaboration with Estates.

Skills

Fire Safety Management

NEBOSH

IOSH

Stakeholder Engagement

Health and Safety Management

Education

CMIOSH qualification

Relevant Fire Safety Management qualification

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Health and Safety to join us at The London Clinic, based at our main hospital site in London (W1G 6BW). We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK’s largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities, approximately 1350 employees, and dedicated to providing expert, individualized patient care. Our main hospital features 8 floors, over 150 patient beds, and 10 operating theatres, including a Hybrid theatre and minimally invasive/day surgery theatres. Our specialties include general surgery, ENT, gynaecology, hepatobiliary, neuro-spinal, ophthalmic, orthopaedic, plastic and reconstructive, robotic, urology, vascular, and bariatric surgery.

Job Profile

Reporting to the Patient Services and Strategic Programmes Director, you will be the primary lead for operational fire, security, and health and safety management. Your role includes providing expertise and ensuring compliance across all aspects of fire, security, and health and safety, with a pragmatic, visible presence and a focus on service excellence.

Key Details

• Job Type: Full-time, permanent, 37.5 hours/week
• Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm
• Location: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW
• Salary: Competitive salary range
• Benefits: Pension scheme (up to 20%), private medical healthcare, 33 days annual leave, travel loan, retail discounts, career development opportunities

Key Duties

1. Provide expert advice on fire protection, including emergency routes, detection systems, firefighting equipment, evacuation plans, and support for vulnerable individuals.
2. Identify and deliver fire safety training to ensure high standards and stakeholder engagement.
3. Lead and develop the Security team in collaboration with the Estates team.
4. Ensure compliance across H&S, fire safety, security, and CDM, designing safe systems of work and managing permits and contractor controls.
5. Maintain and update health, safety, and wellbeing policies and strategies.
6. Support health and safety inspections and risk assessments, ensuring actions are completed and risks are managed.

Skills & Experience

1. Appropriate qualification or membership in Fire Safety Management, NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent.
2. CMIOSH qualification preferred.
3. Experience managing fire safety, security, and health and safety in a complex, multi-site environment.
4. Proven ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders and leadership teams.
5. A pragmatic, hands-on approach to safety management.

We are committed to safeguarding all individuals and conducting robust safer recruitment practices, including DBS checks. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.