Job Description
PSR Solutions are currently recruiting for a Head of H&S in London. This will be wokring for a Civils contractor who delivery Groundworks, RC, Civils and Infrastructure projects in London and the S/E. Please see more details below.
Job Summary
The Head of Health & Safety will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of health and safety across multiple construction projects, with a primary focus on civil engineering, groundworks, and reinforced concrete (RC) frame construction. The role is responsible for developing and implementing robust safety management systems, ensuring legal compliance, and embedding a strong safety culture across all projects and business operations.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement the company-wide Health & Safety strategy aligned with business objectives and operational growth.
Provide expert advice to the board and senior management team on health, safety, and risk management matters.
Promote a positive safety culture across all projects and business units.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance health and safety performance.
Operational Management
Oversee health and safety performance across multiple civil engineering, groundworks, and RC frame projects.
Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation, including CDM Regulations and relevant industry standards.
Develop and implement safe systems of work, policies, procedures, and guidance.
Support operational teams with risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and construction phase plans.
Project Safety Oversight
Provide health and safety leadership for complex construction activities including:
Excavation and groundworks operations
Piling and substructure works
Basement construction and temporary works
Reinforced concrete frame construction
Structural alterations and associated civil engineering activities
Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety reviews to ensure compliance and best practice.
Support project teams in identifying, managing, and mitigating construction risks.
Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Health & Safety Managers, Advisors, and Site Inspectors.
Provide coaching and professional development to strengthen the safety team.
Ensure consistent implementation of safety standards across all sites.
Compliance & Governance
Maintain and manage the company Health & Safety Management System.
Lead internal and external audits in line with ISO 45001 and other relevant standards.
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, company policies, and client expectations.
Manage relationships with regulators, clients, and industry bodies where required.
Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with clients, principal contractors, consultants, and subcontractors to maintain high safety standards.
Support pre-construction activities including tender submissions, risk reviews, and project start-up planning.
Represent the business in client safety meetings and audits.
Key Requirements
Experience
Extensive experience in construction health and safety leadership roles.
Strong background in civil engineering, groundworks, and RC frame construction projects.
Experience overseeing safety on large-scale, high-value construction schemes.
Proven experience managing health and safety teams across multiple sites.
Qualifications
NEBOSH Construction Certificate or Diploma (or equivalent).
Chartered membership of a recognised professional body such as IOSH (CMIOSH) desirable.
Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and UK health and safety legislation.
Experience working with ISO 45001 management systems.
Contact Dan Confrey at PSR Solutions for more information!
