Health And Safety Manager

Description

Interim Health & Safety Manager

Location: West Midlands (hybrid working)

Contract: 6 months

Rate: 50–55 per hour (Negotiable)

Spencer Clarke Group are supporting our local authority client to appoint an experienced Interim Health & Safety Manager to provide leadership and oversight of health and safety across the organisation. This is a pivotal role, ensuring the council meets its statutory obligations while embedding a positive safety culture that protects employees, contractors, and the public.

The Role

Lead and manage the Health & Safety Support Team, providing expert advice and guidance to directorates.Deliver an effective corporate Health & Safety Management System, ensuring compliance with all current legislation and best practice.Develop and implement policies, procedures, and risk management processes to support safe, healthy, and compliant workplaces.Act as lead advisor to senior managers on complex safety issues, including serious incidents and compliance risks.Support directorates and schools with accident investigation, audits, and improvement action plans.Engage with Trade Unions, external statutory bodies, and stakeholders to maintain high standards and effective communication.

About You

NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and Chartered IOSH (CMIOSH) status.Significant experience managing a health & safety function in a large, complex organisation, ideally public sector.Proven ability to influence and negotiate at senior management level.Strong understanding of current and emerging health & safety legislation.Experience of working in a unionised environment and engaging with trade unions.Demonstrable experience of delivering cultural change and embedding health & safety improvements at scale.

How to Apply

If you're interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed).

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