Head of Heath & Safety – Rail Infrastructure

Company: Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd
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Location: London
Job Description:

Head of Health & Safety – Rail Infrastructure

Salary: £80,000 plus competitive package

Location: Wiltshire / London / Berkshire

Regions: London, Wiltshire

We are currently seeking a Head of Health & Safety to work for a main contractor in London and along the M4 Corridor. This will be overseeing a number of large civil engineering projects, specifically within the Rail sector.

Please note that CMIOSH is a pre-requisite and candidates without it cannot be considered as this is a key requirement.

Essential

  • Chartered H&S professional (CMIOSH)
  • In depth knowledge of Rail HS&E requirements.
  • Experienced leading HS&E within Rail construction environment
  • Experienced leading HS&E in major multi discipline construction projects
  • Experienced in accident / incident investigation and determine root causes
  • Thorough knowledge of H&S and Environmental statutory legislation and how to implement them
  • IIRCA certified internal auditor (HS&E)
  • Thorough knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
  • Able to work collaboratively with the company teams, client and stakeholders / interested parties and supply chain.
  • Knowledge of the CDM regulation
  • Able to lead the HS&E teams in a challenging environment
  • Able to communicate effectively at all levels
  • Able to deliver HS&E training to employees and sub-contractor

Desirable

  • NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management
  • IRCA certified lead auditor (HS&E)
  • Computer literate
  • Knowledge of the TfL QUENSH condition / requirements
  • Experienced in high risk construction environment e.g. nuclear / oil and gas
  • National certificate or equivalent in Fire Safety and Risk assessment
  • Experienced in RISQS auditing / management

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Posted: May 30th, 2026