Team Lead Health & Safety

Are you passionate about ensuring a safe and healthy work environment? A leading organisation in the UK is seeking a dedicated Team Lead Health & Safety to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in maintaining and enhancing the health and safety standards across the company. As a key player, you will lead a team of professionals, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and fostering a culture of safety.

The role is integral to the organisation’s commitment to creating a safe workplace. You will work closely with various departments, providing expert advice and guidance on health and safety matters. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact, driving continuous improvement and promoting best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the health and safety team, ensuring effective implementation of policies and procedures.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance safety awareness and compliance.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits, identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions.
• Collaborate with department heads to integrate health and safety practices into daily operations.
• Monitor and report on health and safety performance, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and standards.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses, implementing measures to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Prepare and present detailed reports to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Extensive professional experience in health and safety management.
• Relevant certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent.
• Proven track record of leading and managing teams.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments and audits.
• Ability to develop and deliver training programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Proficient in using health and safety management systems and software.

This role is an excellent match for a professional eager to lead and innovate in the field of health and safety. If you are ready to take on this challenge and contribute to a safer workplace, this position could be the perfect fit.

Please note: you must already have the right to work in the country where this role is based to be considered for it.