Head of Fire, Health & Safety and Security

Job Description

The role leads the Trust’s fire safety, health and safety, and security functions across its hospitals, community sites and services. Requirements typically include substantial experience in NHS or complex-organisation safety management, strong knowledge of fire safety legislation, occupational health and safety, security standards, risk assessment, incident investigation and business continuity. Relevant professional qualifications, such as NEBOSH, fire safety credentials or membership of IOSH, are likely to be expected. The successful candidate will provide strategic advice to senior leaders, develop policies, oversee audits and compliance, manage specialist teams and contractors, and work confidently with regulators, emergency services and staff at all levels. Excellent leadership, communication, influencing and analytical skills are essential.

Company Info

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust provides a broad range of physical health, mental health, learning disability and community services across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The Trust supports patients in hospitals, community clinics, people’s homes and specialist care settings, working closely with local authorities, primary care providers and other NHS organisations. Its workforce includes clinical professionals, operational teams, corporate specialists and community-based staff. As a large and geographically dispersed healthcare organisation, the Trust places strong emphasis on patient safety, safeguarding, quality improvement, equality, staff wellbeing and effective risk management. The Head of Fire, Health & Safety and Security helps protect patients, employees, visitors and Trust assets by ensuring that legal, regulatory and organisational safety requirements are consistently met across all locations.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers employment opportunities across healthcare, technology, engineering, finance, education and public services, with particularly strong demand for experienced NHS professionals. Its culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, fairness and professional accountability. Lifestyle varies from busy cities such as London, Birmingham and Manchester to quieter rural areas, including Herefordshire and Worcestershire, where housing and commuting may be more manageable. The UK has extensive public transport, though a car can be useful in rural communities. Overseas applicants normally need a suitable work visa, commonly the Skilled Worker visa, employer sponsorship, an eligible occupation and proof of English ability. NHS roles may require professional registration, background checks and occupational health clearance. Applicants should check current visa rules, salary thresholds, registration requirements and relocation costs before accepting an offer.