Head of Health & Safety

Dignity Funerals; Sutton Coldfield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally recognised organisation is seeking a Head of Health & Safety to lead its safety culture and ensure regulatory excellence. This pivotal role involves setting health and safety direction across properties, mentoring a team, and driving innovation. Candidates should possess a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent, along with proven leadership in health and safety. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000 per annum with benefits including a car allowance, in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior health and safety role.
• Ability to influence and align with senior leaders.
• Strong analytical skills for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set the direction for health and safety across the property portfolio.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of health and safety professionals.
• Drive innovation and best practices across all sites.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Safety regulations

Strategic planning

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent health and safety qualification

Job description

Head of Health & Safety

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield (Hybrid flexible, 3 days in office/travel to sites)

Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum + car allowance

Be the Driving Force Behind Safety Excellence at Dignity.

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of health and safety for a nationally recognised organisation? Dignity is seeking a qualified, visionary Head of Health & Safety to join our Property Team, a role that is absolutely pivotal to our ongoing success and operational integrity.

This is not just another job. This is a critical, high-impact leadership position at the heart of our business. You'll be the architect of our safety culture, responsible for safeguarding our people, ensuring regulatory excellence, and driving innovation across all our sites.

Why this role matters

• Strategic Influence: You'll set the direction for health and safety across the entire property portfolio, working closely with senior leaders and shaping policies that make a real difference.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of dedicated H&S professionals, empowering them to deliver best-in-class safety outcomes.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion a proactive, solutions-focused approach-analysin...