Hays Specialist Recruitment

Interim Head of Health & Safety - Immediate start

Widnes, Cheshire, WA80TD WA8 0TD

Key information

Pay
£5,500 - £6,000
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Posted date
15 Jul 2026
Closing date
14 Aug 2026

About this role

I'm recruiting an Interim Head of Health, Safety & Compliance for a respected housing organisation that needs someone who can hit the ground running from day one.This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of health, safety and compliance across a large housing portfolio, providing support and challenge to senior leaders whilst ensuring critical compliance activity remains on track.

You'll oversee the "big six" compliance areas, lead the H&S function, support operational teams and provide strategic advice at leadership level.

What they're looking for

  • NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
  • Strong housing, property, compliance or construction experience
  • Proven leadership capability
  • Someone who can quickly assess, prioritise and deliver results without a lengthy handover period

What's on offer?

  • Circa. £71k salary (pro-rata)
  • 3-month fixed-term contract
  • Immediate start
  • Senior leadership position
  • Genuine opportunity to make an impact from day one

If you're available at short notice and want to get started quickly, I'd love to speak with you, apply now or get in touch.

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