Head Of Health and Safety

New Appointments Group; Dover; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is searching for a Head of Health & Safety in Dover. This role supports driving improvement and safety culture, acting as a trusted advisor on legislation and risks. Candidates should possess a NEBOSH Diploma and experience in senior Health & Safety roles. The position offers attractive benefits, including an annual bonus, private health care, and a generous pension scheme. Ideal for qualified applicants looking to inspire and develop safety practices in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Attractive salary discussed on application

5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays

Generous contributory pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Private Health Care

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading Health & Safety at a senior level in complex environments.
• Extensive experience of shaping and embedding behavioural safety cultures.
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Set the standard for Health and Safety whilst driving a positive safety culture.
• Act as a trusted advisor on legislation and strategic risk.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001 management system.

Skills

Credible communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership ability

Decision-making

Education

Degree in a relevant field

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are proud to be partnering with a leading employer in the search for a Head of Health of Safety to support their vision and drive improvement across their business.

All applicants will have full right to work in the UK and will live within a commutable distance from Dover.

Based in Dover, the Head of Health & Safety will set the standard for Health and Safety whilst driving a positive safety culture through influential leadership. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on legislation, best practice, and strategic risk, ensuring a compliant and continually improving ISO 45001 management system. Use performance data and KPIs to shape strategy and drive improvement, represent the organisation externally with credibility, and ensure effective learning from incidents.

Benefits

• Attractive salary discussed on application
• 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Private Health Care
• Life assurance

Qualifications & Experience

• A credible, confident communicator
• Degree-level educated with a professional Health & Safety qualification (NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent)
• Proven experience leading Health & Safety at a senior level in complex environments
• Extensive experience of shaping and embedding behavioural safety cultures
• Strong analytical, decision‑making, and stakeholder engagement skills
• The ability to inspire, develop, and empower teams
• A full driving licence and flexibility to travel as required

Additional Benefits

• Employee assistance programme
• 3rd party discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Reward & Recognition platform
• Free Parking
• Employee volunteering scheme

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We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

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