The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
50 - 55 per hour
United Kingdom
Full-time
10th October 2025

Health And Safety Manager

  • Employer
  • Spencer Clarke Group
  • Location
  • United Kingdom
  • Salary
  • 50.00 - 55.00 GBP Hourly + Negotiable DOE
  • Closing date
  • 10 Oct 2025

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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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