Head of Health & Safety
Residential Developer | London
The Opportunity
An established residential developer is looking to appoint an experienced Head of Health & Safety to lead and develop its health and safety function across a portfolio of residential construction projects, including high-rise developments and fire safety remediation schemes. This is a senior, hands‑on position offering the opportunity to shape company-wide safety standards, influence operational decision‑making and work closely with directors, project teams and external contractors. The successful candidate will take responsibility for driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance and embedding best practice throughout the business. They will combine strong technical knowledge with a practical, commercially aware approach to managing risk across live construction environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the ongoing development and implementation of the company’s Health & Safety strategy, policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with relevant UK legislation, construction regulations and recognised industry standards.
- Oversee health and safety performance across multiple residential developments, including high‑rise schemes and fire safety projects.
- Carry out site visits, inspections and audits, identifying potential hazards and ensuring appropriate corrective measures are implemented.
- Manage the investigation of accidents, incidents and near misses, establishing root causes and preventing recurrence.
- Review risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), providing guidance on the safe execution of complex and high‑risk activities.
- Work collaboratively with site management, subcontractors and senior leadership to improve standards and challenge unsafe working practices where necessary.
- Monitor and report on safety performance, highlighting areas of concern and recommending improvements.
- Promote a positive safety culture through engagement, accountability and the development of safer working behaviours.
- Provide practical advice to operational teams, ensuring risks are managed effectively without losing sight of project delivery and commercial objectives.
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a confident and proactive Health & Safety professional with substantial experience in the construction or residential development sector. You will be comfortable taking ownership of a function, influencing stakeholders at all levels and balancing strategic responsibility with a visible presence on site.
The ideal candidate will offer:
- Proven senior‑level Health & Safety experience within residential construction, housebuilding or property development.
- A track record of overseeing safety across multiple live construction sites, ideally including high‑rise residential developments.
- A recognised Health & Safety qualification.
- A strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation, construction risk management, auditing and incident investigation.
- Experience dealing with fire safety remediation or legacy building safety projects would be advantageous.
- The ability to engage, influence and challenge site teams, subcontractors and senior management constructively.
- Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills, with the confidence to drive improvements across an established business.
- A commercially minded approach, with the ability to develop proportionate solutions while maintaining high safety standards.
- A full, valid UK driving licence.
The Package
- Basic salary: £80,000-£100,000, depending on experience.
- Bonus: 10%.
- Car allowance.
- Pension contribution.
- Private healthcare.
This is an excellent opportunity for an established Health & Safety leader to take ownership of a key business function and make a tangible impact on safety, compliance and operational performance across a growing residential development portfolio.
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