Head of Health and Safety

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a newly created, senior leadership role and shape the future of Health & Safety across Praxis Facilities Management (PFM).

With responsibility spanning a diverse national portfolio of major shopping centres, business parks, commercial offices and public realm environments, you will set the strategic direction, establish consistent standards and drive operational excellence across the business.

This is a national role with responsibility for sites across the UK, from Plymouth to Glasgow. Regular travel will be a fundamental part of the position.

You can be based from either our London, Manchester or Birmingham office, which will act as your main office base.

Main Purpose:

To lead the strategic direction and operational oversight of the Health & Safety function across Praxis Facilities Management.

The role is responsible for establishing and maintaining the standards, systems, policies and governance arrangements necessary to ensure PFM operates safely and complies with its statutory and regulatory obligations across its national property portfolio.

Working closely with the senior PFM leadership team, the Head of Health & Safety will provide technical expertise, operational assurance and strategic direction, ensuring risks are effectively managed and a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement is embedded throughout the business.

Overview of duties:

The Head of Health & Safety is responsible for translating the strategic priorities of the business into effective policies, procedures and operational standards across a diverse property portfolio, including major shopping centres, business parks, commercial offices and public realm spaces.

Acting as the senior Health & Safety lead, the role will provide technical leadership, oversight and assurance across the business, ensuring clear accountability at operational level and that appropriate systems are in place to manage risk, maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.

The role will also identify opportunities to develop PFM's internal capability, improve operational standards and support the wider commercial objectives of the business.

Set the strategic direction and development priorities for Health & Safety, aligned with PFM's wider business objectives. Act as the senior Health & Safety lead, providing technical expertise, guidance and direction across the business. Contribute to senior leadership discussions, providing recommendations and insight on significant Health & Safety matters. Develop a culture of ownership, accountability and continuous improvement across PFM. Identify opportunities to improve processes, develop internal capability and enhance operational performance.

Develop the Health & Safety function and its resources in line with the evolving needs of the business.

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