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Health & Safety Lead

£450 per day
Local Government
Contract/Interim
South East
Central London
VR/45587/DC
02-06-2026 10:51 AM
Interim Health & Safety Lead
Central London | £450 per day Umbrella

A Central London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim Health & Safety Lead to provide senior-level capacity during a critical period of Health & Safety improvement.
This is a high-profile, strategic interim assignment focused on stabilising current activity, progressing key Health & Safety priorities, and establishing robust frameworks for future delivery. 

Key Responsibilities:
  • Establish a clear baseline of Health & Safety maturity across the Council
  • Progress priority improvements aligned to an ISO 45001-style management system
  • Strengthen consistency, visibility and engagement across services and Directorates
  • Develop practical Health & Safety frameworks, tools and governance arrangements
  • Create a structured handover and implementation roadmap for permanent postholders
  • Support senior leaders in driving compliance and continuous improvement
About You:
  • Significant senior Health & Safety leadership experience within large, complex organisations
  • Proven experience designing, reviewing or implementing ISO 45001-aligned management systems
  • Strong track record of improving Health & Safety management frameworks and processes
  • Experience influencing senior stakeholders and driving engagement without formal authority
  • Ability to deliver results quickly within a time-limited interim assignment
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management and facilitation skills
  • Methodical approach to documentation, governance and handover planning
  • Public sector or local government experience is highly desirable

Please note: We can only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

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