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Group Health & Safety Compliance Manager

c£60k

West London

I am recruiting for a fantastic leisure job in West London for a leading leisure operator in the Health & Fitness sector. This is an incredibly exciting growing Leisure Management business. I am looking for an organised, proactive individual with a passion for compliance, health & safety and doing the right thing! This is a leisure job not to be missed.

You will work as part of the Senior Leadership Team and be involved in the development of strategy, planning, budget and performance management for the service, and look to implement projects to improve ‘health, safety and compliance’ functional remit performance, drive effective and efficient work practices, and drive compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice and governing body requirements. The sites are multi-faceted and diverse facilities, therefore you will require experience from a similar style business.

What does the role entail?

• Work collaboratively with the Executive Leadership Team, Managers and staff across the organisation to ensure high standards of Health and Safety management are maintained.
• Develop and implement the Health, Safety & Compliance Strategy, including an annual action plan for H&S in line with the strategy.
• Review agreed policies and procedures and maintain up-to-date records of compliance documentation, audits, and safety reports, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and site inspections, identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
• Oversee accident and incident investigations, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are taken.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on health & safety procedures and best practices.
• Ensure fire safety, first aid, and emergency procedures are in place and regularly reviewed.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, external auditors, and stakeholders regarding compliance matters.

What do you need from me?

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent health & safety qualification
• Proven multi site experience in a Health & Safety and Compliance role within the leisure, hospitality, or entertainment industry.
• Working in a site with a swimming pools is preferable
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, including HSE regulations and industry standards.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.
• Experience of designing and delivering training (a training qualification would be an advantage).

Your recruiter for this role is Helen Horton, Account Director at Love Recruitment group, and can be contacted simply by applying for the role below. Helen and Love Recruitment specialise in recruitment for the whole fitness and leisure sector and work on a number of jobs across the fitness and leisure industry. If keen to be considered please ‘Apply Now’.

Salary range: £44,685 - £51,138 p.a. inc. London weighting

Contract: Fixed term/Secondment (12 month)

Hours of work: 36 hours per week

Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent's diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post

We are looking to appoint an Environmental Health Officer/Enforcement Office to join our Food and Health & Safety Team, with responsibilities primarily for the regulatory areas of Food Safety, Health & Safety, Infectious Disease Control and Smoke Free Enforcement.

You will be working from our Civic Centre which combines a number of services including the Library, the Drum and numerous food outlets. The Civic Centre is located a stone's throw from Wembley Stadium, SSE Arena and the London Designer Outlet; and has great transport links.

We are offering a 36 hour week with flexible and remote working, training, opportunities for CPD and maintaining competency and access to the use of a Zip Car.

The Person

We are looking for Environmental Health Officers/Enforcement Officers; EHRB registered and have current experience in food safety and health & safety enforcement. Consideration will also be given to those who will complete their registration within the next 6 months following qualification.

The work will involve a flexible approach when dealing with proactive and reactive issues; and you will be responsible for managing a caseload of work within the above disciplines.

You will have the opportunity to develop professionally and gain experience in a wide range of duties. Training will also be provided where necessary to ensure you maintain your competency and help you develop your professional role and move forward with your career.

Closing date: 22 October :59)

Additional Information

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found here .

Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.

As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including "non-visible" disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on

Job Description

Secondment Application Form

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's EHS strategy and programs.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable national and international EHS regulations and standards.
• Conduct regular EHS risk assessments, identify potential hazards, and implement effective control measures.
• Lead and manage incident investigations, root cause analysis, and the implementation of corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs to all levels of employees.
• Conduct internal EHS audits and support external regulatory inspections.
• Promote and foster a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Manage the EHS team, providing guidance, support, and performance management.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, emergency services, and industry bodies.
• Monitor EHS performance metrics and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Oversee waste management, emissions control, and other environmental sustainability initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Science, or a related field. Professional qualifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent are essential.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in EHS management, preferably within a large, complex organisation.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Strong knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Experience in risk assessment, incident investigation, and emergency preparedness.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in EHS management software is a plus.

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs in line with regulatory requirements and company standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with EHS regulations.
• Perform comprehensive risk assessments for various operations and develop control measures.
• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees at all levels.
• Promote a positive safety culture through communication, engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advise management and staff on EHS matters, providing clear and practical guidance.
• Monitor and report on EHS performance metrics, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations concerning waste management, emissions, and pollution control.
• Manage the company’s emergency preparedness and response plans.
• Stay up-to-date with evolving EHS legislation and best practices.
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies and authorities as required.

• Recognised EHS qualification (e.g., NEBOSH General Certificate or Diploma, NVQ Level 4/5 in Occupational Health and Safety).
• Significant proven experience in an EHS role, preferably in a senior capacity.
• In-depth knowledge of UK EHS legislation and best practices.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze data and present findings and recommendations clearly.
• Proficiency in using EHS management software and standard office applications.
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel to various company sites.
• Ability to balance remote strategic work with on-site operational responsibilities effectively.

• Developing and implementing EHS policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with legal requirements and industry best practices.
• Conducting regular workplace inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend control measures.
• Investigating EHS incidents, accidents, and near misses to determine root causes and implement preventative actions.
• Developing and delivering EHS training to employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant national and local EHS legislation, including COSHH, RIDDOR, and environmental permits.
• Managing hazardous waste disposal and environmental compliance programs.
• Developing and maintaining emergency preparedness and response plans.
• Promoting a proactive safety culture through engagement, communication, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Liaising with regulatory bodies, external auditors, and consultants on EHS matters.
• Preparing and submitting EHS reports to management and regulatory agencies.
• Maintaining accurate EHS records and documentation.
• Advising management on EHS risks and opportunities.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in EHS management, preferably within a remote or distributed operational environment.
• Thorough knowledge of UK EHS legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• NEBOSH National General Certificate or Diploma is highly desirable.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and safety management systems.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and waste management practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and lead initiatives in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in relevant EHS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Professional membership with IOSH or IEMA is advantageous.