Stuart H.
Interim Head of Health and Safety @Birmingham City Council
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WORK HISTORY
Interim Head of Health and Safety @Birmingham City Council
Birmingham, GB
The UK’s largest local authority, delivering city-wide public services across all Birmingham boroughs, with responsibility for high-risk Street Scene and environmental operations.Provide strategic leadership and professional oversight of Health & Safety across Street Scene Operations, covering 13 city-wide depots and operational sites.Accountable for health and safety governance across a fleet of specialist vehicles, including HGVs, plant, and industrial equipment, supporting complex front-line service delivery.Lead and influence health and safety arrangements for a 1,500-strong operational workforce, encompassing waste collection, street cleansing, grounds maintenance, fleet servicing, environmental services, city wide programmes, and public-facing activities.Act as the senior H&S advisor to operational and executive leadership, ensuring legal compliance, proportionate risk management, and continuous improvement aligned to public-sector governance.Drive constructive engagement with three recognised Trade Unions, maintaining effective consultation, workforce trust, and operational continuity in a highly scrutinised environment.
EDUCATION
BSI Training Academy
ISO 45001 Auditor, Auditing
IOSH
Chartered Member, Health and Safety
NCRQ National Compliance and Risk Qualifications
Level 6 Diploma in Applied Health and Safety, Applied Health and Safety
IEMA
Level 3 Certificate in Environmental Management
Astutis
Cert, Behavioural Science in Leadership
Institute of Fire Safety Managers
MIFSM, Fire Risk Management
Canterbury Christ Church University
Level 5 Diploma in Teaching, Teaching
MAKE UK
ISO45001 Lead Auditor, Auditing
Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals
Practitioner, Environment
NEBOSH
National General Certificate, Occupational Health and Safety
The Fire Protection Association
Level 4 Diploma, Fire Risk Management
Education and Training Foundation (ETF)
Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status, Teaching
ABOUT STUART H.
HSE isn’t just about compliance – it’s about performance, trust and leadership. I’m learning that in Fortescue Zero’s dynamic global environment where I’m stimulated to develop my skills and extend my reach by an organisation taking leading positions in electrification and decarbonisation. It’s a hugely interesting and rewarding place to work.I’ve shaped and led health, safety and environmental strategy in complex, multi-site global settings across engineering, aerospace, manufacturing and energy. From ISO 45001 frameworks to site-level behaviours, I’ve worked to embed HSE into the way businesses grow – building systems people believe in, and cultures where safety and environmental responsibility genuinely matter.Much of my work has involved leading through others. That means coaching, influencing and staying visible – especially when the work is technical, fast-paced or spread across borders. I’ve helped align global strategy at group level while still staying close to operational reality on the ground.My approach is built on consistency, collaboration and a clear sense of purpose. Whether engaging with ESG, business continuity or the UN Sustainable Development Goals, I make sure HSE is a real driver of resilience, reputation and value.If our interests align – especially around global safety, sustainability or resilience – I’d always welcome a professional connection.SKILLSSTRATEGIC HSE LEADERSHIP – Brings structure, energy and direction to safety and the environment.CULTURE & ENGAGEMENT – Gets people involved and invested in safer, smarter ways of workingCOACHING & COMMUNICATION – Builds confidence and accountability at every level of the businessCOMPLIANCE & RISK – Runs audits, investigations and reporting with calm and credibilitySYSTEMS & DELIVERY – Embeds processes that work in the real world of the supply chain and customersENVIRONMENTAL STRATEGY – Helps teams reduce waste, energy and environmental impactMULTI-SITE LEADERSHIP – Sets standards and supports delivery across complex global operations
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