Global Health and Safety Lead
Job in
Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-07
Listing for:
Irwin & Colton
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-07
Job specializations:
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Business
Risk Manager/Analyst, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
75,000 - 90,000 + 30% Bonus + Share Scheme + Excellent Benefits Are you looking for a senior Health and Safety leadership opportunity where you can shape global strategy, influence executive stakeholders and drive transformational change across an international manufacturing business?
Irwin and Colton are partnering with a global manufacturing organisation to recruit a Global Health and Safety Lead. With operations spanning multiple continents and thousands of employees worldwide, this is a business with an established international presence and an ambitious vision for the future.
This newly created Group-level position offers the opportunity to define and embed the future Health and Safety operating model during an exciting period of transformation. Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will work closely with regional Health and Safety leaders across North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America to strengthen governance, improve performance and drive a more proactive, data-led approach to Health and Safety across the organisation.
Responsibilities of the Global Health and Safety Lead will include:
Developing and delivering the Group Health & Safety strategy
Partnering with divisional leaders to drive consistency, performance and best practice
Improving the use of data, reporting and insights to support decision-making
Supporting the implementation of a new global Health & Safety software platform
Reviewing policies, standards and assurance processes across the Group The successful Global Health and Safety Lead will have:
A NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent level of qualification
Exposure to North American operations and OSHA requirements
Significant experience in a senior Health & Safety role within a global, matrix organisation
Experience developing governance frameworks, operating systems and Group standardsA background within manufacturing, engineering or other high-risk environments
This is an excellent opportunity to work for a world leading brand within their field in a professional working environment. If the role is of interest, please contact Scott Whyte on or .Discipline(s):
Health and Safety Job type:
Permanent
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