Job Description
Job Title: Head of Health, Safety & Security
Renfrew
Competitive salary + benefits
The Role
We are working with a well-established engineering and manufacturing business to recruit a Head of Health, Safety & Security.
This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the CEO, responsible for leading the Health & Safety function across a complex, high-risk environment including yard operations, vessels and associated facilities.
You will take ownership of H&S strategy, compliance and day-to-day delivery, ensuring standards are not only met but consistently improved across the business.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and develop the company’s Health & Safety strategy
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Ensure full compliance with UK legislation and industry standards
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Oversee audits, inspections, risk assessments and safe systems of work
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Manage permit to work systems and emergency response planning
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Lead incident investigations and drive corrective actions
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Work closely with senior leadership to embed a strong safety culture
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Deliver training, communication and continuous improvement initiatives
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Maintain and develop ISO standards (ISO9001 / ISO45001)
What We’re Looking For
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Proven experience in a senior H&S leadership role
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Background in a high-risk environment such as engineering, shipbuilding, construction or heavy manufacturing
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Strong working knowledge of UK H&S legislation and compliance
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Experience managing H&S systems, audits and investigations
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Confident engaging at all levels, from shop floor to boardroom
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NEBOSH General Certificate essential, Diploma preferred
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Senior leadership role with direct impact on the business
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Opportunity to shape and influence H&S strategy
