GBR Recruitment Ltd are delighted to be exclusively working with a leading new build housing construction business recruiting for a principal H&S expert in the form of a H&S Director.
In this board level role, you will drive & roll out the H&S strategy across the whole operation, create & implement H&S policies / procedures, be the key contact for 3rd party organisations & authorities, lead compliance & risk mitigation, develop H&S training delivery methods, plus continuously look to improve the Health & Safety services.
As the Health & Safety Director, you will have a Diploma in Health & Safety (or Degree), a NEBOSH Construction Certificate & be CMIOSH qualified.
You will have H&S Director level experience of Group H&S Manager or similar.
The team beneath you will be a team of x5 H&S professionals supporting wider areas.
Duties:
- Create, develop & deliver the H&S strategy working as the principal H&S subject matter expert offering guidance to the Managing Director & the Board of Directors.
- Strategic leadership & professional direction for all Health & Safety control measures across the whole of the operation.
- Monitoring of compliance ensuring legislation is adhered to at all times, along with the development & continual improvement of the companies Health & Safety management systems, standards and culture.
- Overall line management responsibility for the Health & Safety Team (x5)
- Successfully & effectively lead, develop & analyse the Group’s Health & Safety Management System, including policies, procedures and standards
- Ensuring Health & Safety performance is set & maintained at a high quality level, via planned inspections, audits & reviews
- Provide strategic advice & assurance to the Managing Director & Board
- Ensure all direct employees (Directors, Managers, Trades), sub-contractors & consultants understand & adhere to all Health & Safety policies, plus promote a positive H&S culture
- Principal point of contact (SAP) with enforcing authorities, including the HSE & the local authorities, plus with insurers companies & brokers
- Manage occupational health, health surveillance & workplace well-being
- Lead the development of the companies Health & Safety training
- Establish & monitor Group Health & Safety KPIs
- Leader of H&S CI / change management
Attributes:
- Senior-level Health & Safety leadership experience ideally from a H&S Director, Regional H&S Manager, Group H&S Manager, Principal H&S Manager or similar level position
- New build housing / construction H&S management experience is essential
- Must have Diploma in H&S, NEBOSH Construction Certificate & CMIOSH
- Up to date & thorough knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, including CDM is essential
- Previous experience of leading a H&S team of Managers & Advisor
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone from the new build housing or general construction industry to head up the H&S division & to drive real change.
The role is commutable from Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Northamptonshire & Warwickshire.
Interviews are to take place ASAP, likely to be WC: 14/09/2026.
Apply today!
Health and Safety Director employer: GBR Recruitment Ltd Careers
As a leading specialist in high-end vehicle wrapping, our client offers an exceptional work environment in Northamptonshire that fosters creativity and precision. Employees benefit from working on prestigious projects, with opportunities for travel and professional growth in a fast-paced, supportive culture that values quality and innovation. Join a team that is dedicated to excellence and take pride in delivering bespoke solutions for a diverse range of clients, including motorsport and commercial businesses.
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