Head of Health and Safety

Kiwa; Cheltenham; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Health & Safety to champion a safety-first culture. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the charge in ensuring the safety of employees and visitors across the UK. Your expertise will guide the implementation of comprehensive health and safety strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a proactive approach to risk management. This remote position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while collaborating with global colleagues. If you're ready to drive safety excellence and create a healthier workplace, this role is for you.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Generous Annual Leave

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced Family Leave

Company Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Pension Contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 GP Service

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior H&S role, ideally in a similar industry.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement a comprehensive H&S strategy aligned with organisational goals.
• Drive risk management by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential hazards.

Skills

Occupational Health & Safety

Risk Management

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Education

Professional Certification in Occupational Health & Safety

Degree in a related field

Job description

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Job Summary

Join our team as Head of Health & Safety and be the driving force behind fostering a safety-first culture. Your leadership will ensure the well-being of our employees, contractors, and visitors, keeping everyone safe from harm. This is a remote role with travel around the UK. Ready to make an impact? Apply today and lead the way in safety excellence.

About the role

• Be a Kiwa Ambassador, embodying ambition, reliability, and engagement.
• Lead and implement a comprehensive H&S strategy aligned with organisational goals.
• Foster a proactive, safety-first culture across all levels of the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international H&S regulations.
• Drive risk management by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential hazards.
• Provide leadership and training to equip teams with effective H&S practices.
• Collaborate with global colleagues to align UK H&S practices with group strategies.
• Oversee H&S training programs to enhance awareness and capabilities.
• Investigate incidents to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
• Report on H&S performance, including key metrics and progress on improvement actions.
• Engage with stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, to maintain compliance and best practices.

Do you have what it takes?

• Recognised professional in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
• Proven experience in a senior H&S role, ideally in a similar industry.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.
• Leadership experience managing large-scale H&S programs across multiple sites.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence and drive a safety-first culture.
• Skilled in risk management, problem-solving, and compliance.
• Strong planning, organisational, and project management abilities.
• Self-starter with a proactive, hands-on approach to challenges.
• Experienced in balancing customer, employee, and shareholder needs.
• Willing to travel frequently as needed.
• Flexible, reliable, and results-oriented team player.

What can you expect from us in return?

• £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
• £5,880.00 Car Allowance
• Generous Annual Leave - Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
• 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, remote role with frequent travel
• Private Medical Insurance
• Enhanced Family Leave - Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
• Milestone Rewards - paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
• 24/7 GP Service - Access to medical advice anytime
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers - Supporting your health and well-being

At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.

As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.

If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at [e-mail].