Job Description
The West Midlands Combined Authority is seeking a Head of Health, Safety & Wellbeing to lead one of the most important agendas at the heart of our organisation. This is a rare opportunity to shape how a high-profile, fast-evolving public body creates safe, healthy and high-performing environments for our people, partners and communities. At WMCA, our purpose is clear: together, we are making the West Midlands the best place to live, work and visit. Our People & Culture Strategy is central to delivering that ambition by making WMCA the best place to work and belong, where talented people can thrive, grow and make a meaningful difference for the region. Being safe and well is one of our core organisational priorities. We believe that when people feel physically safe, psychologically supported and able to perform at their best, they deliver the greatest impact for the communities we serve. This role will be instrumental in embedding that culture across WMCA, ensuring health, safety and wellbeing are visible, valued and owned by everyone. Reporting to the Chief People & Culture Officer, you will be our lead professional authority and trusted adviser to senior leaders and Executive Board members on all aspects of health, safety and wellbeing. You will shape strategy, strengthen governance, provide independent assurance and build a modern, organisation-wide function that supports delivery across corporate services, transport, infrastructure, commissioning and future devolved responsibilities. We are looking for a credible, forward-thinking leader who can influence at the highest levels, navigate complex risk environments and champion wellbeing as a driver of inclusion, resilience and performance. You will share our values of being Collaborative, Inclusive, Driven and Innovative, and help create the conditions where everyone can thrive. If you want to lead meaningful change, make a visible impact and help create a safer, healthier organisation that is delivering for the West Midlands, this is your opportunity.
