Group Health & Safety Manager

We are supporting a well-established and diverse group of businesses as they seek to appoint a pivotal leadership role within their operational structure. As Group Health & Safety Manager, you will take ownership of the Health & Safety strategy across multiple sites, ensuring compliance, driving best practice, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

This is a strategic yet hands-on position, working closely with senior managers and operational teams to implement safe systems of work, deliver training, and maintain regulatory compliance across a varied portfolio of activities, including property, transport, and plant operations.

Core Responsibilities Include:

Develop, implement, and review the Group Health & Safety strategy across all operational sites.
Build Health & Safety competence at management and employee levels through structured training and development programmes.
Ensure safe systems of work are established and maintained, including risk assessments and associated processes.
Provide expert advice on legislative changes, compliance requirements, and best practice.
Coordinate regulatory compliance in areas such as environmental standards, DVSA Operator Licences, and driver training.
Maintain central records of risk assessments and monitor implementation across business units.
Work closely with property and facilities teams to advise on H&S matters for development and investment properties, including tenant responsibilities.
Liaise on compliance for electrical testing, asbestos, legionella, and other property-related safety requirements.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, delivering practical solutions and corrective actions where needed.About You:

Proven experience in Health & Safety leadership across multi-site operations.
Strong knowledge of H&S legislation and compliance requirements.
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
NEBOSH or IOSH certification (or equivalent) highly desirable.
Ability to manage training programmes and foster a proactive safety culture.
Commercial awareness and sound judgement to balance compliance with operational needs.This is an outstanding opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation for stability and growth, offering a competitive package and the chance to make a significant impact across a diverse and dynamic group.

Full job description available on request. Apply today for immediate consideration
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed