Head Of Health And Safety - #2064670

A leading main contractor specialising in high rise residential and large-scale construction projects is seeking an experienced and driven Head of Health & Safety to lead and manage all aspects of health, safety, environmental, and compliance across the business.

This is a senior leadership position for a proactive individual with strong experience managing health & safety on complex high-rise construction schemes and a proven ability to drive a positive safety culture throughout operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the company’s health & safety strategy across all projects and operations


• Ensuring full compliance with HSE legislation, company procedures, and industry standards


• Conducting site audits, inspections, and incident investigations across high-rise developments


• Developing and implementing policies, RAMS, and safe systems of work


• Working closely with site management teams to promote best practice and continuous improvement


• Managing training programmes, toolbox talks, and workforce engagement initiatives


• Monitoring H&S performance, reporting findings, and implementing corrective actions


• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities


• Supporting pre-construction and tender teams on H&S planning and compliance

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior Health & Safety role for a main contractor


• Strong background working on high-rise residential or large-scale construction projects


• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or Diploma essential


• Excellent knowledge of current HSE legislation and CDM regulations


• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills


• Ability to influence teams and maintain high safety standards across multiple projects


• Full UK driving licence


• Chartered IOSH membership advantageous

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package


• Car allowance


• Private medical healthcare


• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays


• Birthday day off


• Long-term career progression opportunities


• Full-time permanent role based in Liverpool

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking contractor delivering major high-rise developments across the region.