Interim Corporate Health and Safety Manager

Carrington West; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organisation is seeking an Interim Corporate Health & Safety Manager to oversee health and safety operations. This role involves ensuring compliance, providing expert guidance to senior management, and leading audits. The ideal candidate has a degree in Occupational Health & Safety, NEBOSH certification, and over 5 years of relevant experience. A flexible approach and full UK driving licence are essential. Hybrid working is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in corporate health and safety roles.
• Proven track record in risk-based health and safety application.
• Full UK driving licence and vehicle access.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of health and safety function.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to management.
• Conduct health and safety audits and inspections.

Skills

Health and Safety Legislation Interpretation

Interpersonal Skills

Audit Leadership

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

IT Proficiency

Education

Degree in Occupational Health & Safety

NEBOSH Certification

Tools

MS Office

AssessNet

Job description

Interim Corporate Health & Safety Manager

£40+ per hour Umbrella (Inside IR35)

3 Months Initially (with potential extension)

Warwick District Council | Hybrid Working

What will you do?

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Council's Corporate Health and Safety function, ensuring a safe, compliant, and positive working environment across all services.
• Act as the Council's Principal Health & Safety lead-providing expert advice, guidance, and oversight to senior management, staff, and contractors.
• Oversee and monitor all occupational health and safety management systems, including statutory compliance across all Council buildings and operations.
• Manage fire safety and emergency procedures, including risk mitigation and coordination of regular drills.
• Lead and deliver health & safety audits, inspections, and interventions-supporting service areas to implement effective risk control measures.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and official notifications (e.g., asbestos, legionella, pressure vessels), ensuring corrective action and risk mitigation are implemented.
• Prepare and present reports to Members, Committees, Trade Unions, and senior stakeholders on health and safety performance, risks, and priorities.
• Lead training, briefings, and awareness programmes to drive a culture of safety and wellbeing across the organisation.

What do you need?

• UK Resident
• Degree qualified and NEBOSH certified (or equivalent) in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Significant experience (minimum 5 years) delivering corporate health and safety within local government or public sector organisations.
• Proven track record of interpreting and applying health and safety legislation in a practical, risk-based way.
• Strong experience of leading audits, advising senior leaders, and liaising with committees or elected members.
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills-able to engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Confident IT user with experience across MS Office and health and safety systems (e.g., AssessNet).
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• A flexible approach, with the ability to respond to incidents and attend meetings outside standard hours if required.

What to do next?

This is a key interim position offering the chance to make a direct impact on corporate health and safety performance across Warwick District Council.

To avoid missing out, please apply today with a copy of your CV before Friday 14th November.