Position: Director of Health & Safety
Location: Hybrid (Manchester/Birmingham/Reading)
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 0900 – 1730
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
About Us:
Premier Estates is a dynamic and rapidly growing residential property management company within the Odevo UK group. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and building integrity across our portfolio. In a post-Building Safety Act environment, this role is paramount to minimizing risk, ensuring regulatory adherence, and delivering crucial major works projects
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a seasoned and highly qualified Director of Health & Safety and Projects to lead our compliance and construction delivery functions. This is a critical leadership role responsible for defining and executing Premier's strategy for health and safety compliance, directly mitigating operational risk, and successfully managing major works projects across our residential portfolio.
Benefits:
- Hybrid Working (after probation)
- Car allowance circa £6000
- Birthday leave
- Exclusive staff events
- Westfield Health cashback plan, inclusive of surgical options
- 30 days of annual leave, with the opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
- Company-wide closure during the Christmas period
Job Description:
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead and deliver the organisation-wide Health & Safety strategy, ensuring full compliance across the residential property portfolio.
- Ensure all H&S policies, procedures, and training meet current legislation, including the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety, Asbestos, and Water Hygiene.
- Oversee compliance with the Building Safety Act, supporting Accountable and Principal Accountable Person duties.
- Act as the senior escalation point for complex H&S issues, regulatory enquiries, and high-risk incidents.
- Oversee Major Works and capital projects, providing governance, H&S assurance, and technical guidance to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery.
- Support cladding remediation programmes in line with legislative requirements.
- Establish robust contractor and risk management frameworks, driving a safety-first culture across teams and the supply chain.
- Maintain building safety and construction risk registers and embed H&S into business planning and budgeting.
- Build and lead a high-performing Health & Safety team, promoting continuous improvement and professional development.
- Represent the organisation with regulators and external bodies, including the HSE.
Please Note: Comprehensive guidance and support will be provided to ensure your success in this role.
What We Ask From You:
Essential Criteria:
- Recognised professional qualification in Health & Safety, specifically NEBOSH National Diploma or equivalent (or higher).
- Recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. PMP, CCM, or equivalent).
- Proven experience managing and supporting major construction or remediation works on residential and/or commercial buildings.
- In-depth, practical knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA) and associated Fire Safety legislation.
- Demonstrable experience in a senior leadership role with responsibility for both safety management and project delivery.
- Exceptional ability to interpret complex technical data, translate safety requirements, and communicate risk effectively to Board-level stakeholders and operational teams.
- Highly organised, proactive, and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, autonomous environment.
For further details about this position or to gain deeper insights into Premier Estates, please visit our website. To contact us or make inquiries, please reach out to our recruitment team at recruitment@odevo.com, who will be happy to provide additional information.
Eligibility:
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required from all candidates.