Head of Health and Safety

Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen!

Are you a driven Health and Safety professional seeking to make an impact?   Then please read on…

Head of Health and Safety

Citizen is a fabulous employer and we’re proud that we have recently achieved the highest consumer rating from the Regulator of Social Housing. Our C1 rating demonstrates that we are one of a select number of housing associations meeting the consumer standard. 

We are also proud to have achieved the highest governance rating. Our G1 rating demonstrates that we have effective governance in place that deliver their aims, objectives and intended outcomes for our customers.

You will be joining a high performing and well-respected organisation. Our colleagues live our values, and we put support and collaboration with each other at the heart of everything that we do.

Position: Head of Health and Safety                         

Salary: £86,480

Location: 4040 Lakeside, Birmingham (flexible with some working from home)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and management of Health and Safety, keeping our people safe.
• Collaborate with your colleagues to develop a strong organisational safety culture across Citizen.
• Creating and analysing performance data, identifying themes and trends and proactively improving H&S across Citizen.
• Commissioning and carrying out audits, inspections and incident investigations to identify root causes, establish corrective actions and drive continuous improvement.
• To develop and implement a clear strategy and supporting action plan to ensure the organisation complies with all aspects of Health & Safety legislation and aspires to meet best practice.

Please refer to the job description for a full list of responsibilities.

Qualifications and experience:

• NEBOSH Level 6 / IOSH recognised qualification at degree or post-graduate level
• Detailed knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice
• Significant H&S leadership experience
• Chartered Member of IOSH or equivalent
• Experience in establishing a H&S management system within housing or a similar environment (desirable)

Manager’s Quote:

We are looking for an experienced and influential Head of Health & Safety to lead and develop a proactive, positive and organisation-wide safety culture across our teams.

This is a rare opportunity to join an outstanding social housing landlord — helping shape strategy, influence and make a genuine difference.

We’re good at health and safety but we want to get even better.

If you’re a strategic Health & Safety professional looking for a role where your expertise genuinely matters, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for someone who combines technical expertise with strong leadership and relationship-building skills.

What We Offer:

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: Annual leave starts at 31 per year plus bank holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
• AXA Private Healthcare
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)
• Organisational sick pay
• Generous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match
• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.
• Live, work, Connect:  Our innovative approach to working locations
• Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.

Find out more here: Citizen | Benefits

Company Culture: 

We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people

Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation in Health and Safety.

We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.

Further information on our selection process and Equality and Diversity commitment can be found at www.citizenhousing.org.uk

Closing date: Monday 22nd June 2026

Interview date: Monday 29th June or Friday 3rd July 2026 (to be confirmed)

Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time.  We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.