Health and Safety Director- Mixed Use Developer

deverellsmith; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Income protection

Life assurance

Gym benefit

Workplace nursery benefit

Technology benefit

Holiday buy & sell

Charity leave

Cycle to work

Eyecare vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

deverellsmith is seeking a Health & Safety Director in London to shape and implement a proactive safety leadership strategy. This role requires at least 10 years of senior H&S experience, preferably in construction, and a Chartered Member of IOSH. The ideal candidate will lead the well-being agenda and communicate effectively across all levels. The position includes a competitive package with benefits such as private medical insurance, a company pension, and opportunities for personal growth within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior H&S leadership role.
• Proven track record in construction, refurbishment, and development environments.
• Confident communicator who can influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Setting the strategic direction for health, safety & well-being across the group.
• Collaborating with the Construction Director to develop an effective H&S leadership strategy.
• Leading the well-being agenda including mental health first aid.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Confident communication

H&S leadership

Team development

Education

Degree / NEBOSH / NCRQ Diploma or NVQ Level 5

Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Health & Safety Director – London, UK • Permanent, Full-Time

We’re working with a leading property developer on an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Health & Safety Director to join their team in London. This is a high‑impact, senior role at the heart of a major transformation journey – an exciting chance to genuinely shape safety culture across a fast‑growing, award‑winning business.

This isn't just a compliance role. Reporting directly to the Group Managing Director, you’ll be the driving force behind an ambitious safety leadership strategy – collaborating closely with the Construction Director to embed a positive, proactive H&S culture across the whole business. You’ll lead the well‑being agenda, deliver meaningful performance insights to the Board, and champion a mindset shift that positions Health & Safety as genuine business value – not just a tick‑box exercise.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Setting the strategic direction for health, safety & well‑being across the group
• Collaborating with the Construction Director to develop and implement an effective H&S leadership strategy
• Designing and delivering a cultural change programme that embeds positive behaviours at every level
• Leading the well‑being agenda, including mental health first aid and workforce engagement programmes
• Presenting informed safety performance data to the Board to guide decision‑making
• Ensuring ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certification is maintained and audits are completed on schedule
• Overseeing fire door inspections, fire risk assessments, asbestos surveys, and building safety compliance
• Developing KPIs and improvement plans to drive proactive H&S performance
• Building and maintaining a competent H&S team capable of meeting current and future business demands
• Acting as ambassador and role model for the safety function – selling a new way of thinking

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior H&S leadership role
• Proven track record in construction, refurbishment, and development environments
• Degree / NEBOSH / NCRQ Diploma or NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent)
• Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) – essential
• A confident communicator who can influence at all levels, from site teams to the boardroom
• A strategic thinker with the drive to build something lasting
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to step into a Director‑level position where your impact will be immediate and visible. You’ll have the backing of senior leadership, a team to develop, and the freedom to shape strategy – all within a business that is serious about changing how safety is led.

The package includes company pension, private medical insurance, income protection, life assurance, gym benefit, workplace nursery benefit, technology benefit, holiday buy & sell, charity leave, cycle to work, eyecare vouchers, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Interested?

If this sounds like the challenge you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV and a brief note on what draws you to this role.