Job Description

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Head of Health Safety & Fire Safety

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Doncaster Sheffield Airport
09/11/2025


The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.


Job details

Salary

Grade SMG, 70,614 - 76,256

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Region

Doncaster

Job category/type

Executive Appointments, Health & Safety, Management

Date posted

30/10/2025

Job reference

REQ21570

Job description

Based at: Doncaster Sheffield Airport

Salary details: Grade SMG, 70,614 - 76,256

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, 37 hours per week

Flexible working arrangements: Flexible working requests will be considered.

Closing date: 9th November 2025

CTC clearances are required for appointment to this post.

Doncaster Sheffield Airport is preparing to relaunch, and we are seeking visionary aviation experts to part of the leadership team who develop and grow the airport for the future.

This is an opportunity to be part of shaping the strategic direction of one of the UK's most promising regional airports. As part of our leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in building a modern, resilient, and sustainable aviation hub that serves the regions and sets new standards for environmental responsibility.

We're looking for bold thinkers, collaborative strategists, and purpose-driven professionals ready to lead with integrity and ambition. From operational excellence to commercial innovation, your leadership will help define the airport's future and establish a lasting legacy.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Head of Health, Safety and Fire Safety to lead on the strategic and operational delivery of all aspects of safety across all airport operations, including third-party operators, ensuring robust systems and standards are in place to deliver a high standard of safety in all airport activities. The postholder will ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulatory frameworks and Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) requirements to ensure excellence in both occupational and airside safety practices.

They oversee all aspects of Health Safety & Fire safety, including Aerodrome Safety

Manage and develop a team of safety professionals, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment. Financial oversight and asset renewal planning Training, competence, and performance management Regulatory compliance and operational readiness


In the event of a major incident, the Head of Health Safety & Fire Safety provides strategic leadership and subject matter expertise to the Incident Management Team.

The successful Candidate:

We're looking for a dynamic and experienced leader to head all aspects of safety at the airport. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Health & Safety along with Fire Safety and aerodrome safety and a proven ability to develop and implement long-term strategic workforce plans.

You'll bring excellent forward planning and analytical skills, using data to inform and support key operational decisions. Your communication and influencing abilities will be second to none, enabling you to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels--from front-line colleagues to senior directors.

We're seeking someone who is highly self-motivated, creative, and proactive, with the ability to organise and coordinate teams to deliver shared objectives. Experience working within an airport environment--or a similarly complex operational or emergency services setting--is essential.

For this role you must also hold the below:

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health and Safety. Fire Safety Management qualification (e.g., Fire Risk Assessment Certification). Lead Auditor qualification (ISO 45001 and/or ISO 9001 desirable). Leadership qualification at Level 5 or above (e.g., ILM, CMI, or equivalent). Formal Accident and Incident Investigation training (e.g., TapRooT, TOPSET, or equivalent). Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH) or equivalent.


In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that Doncaster Sheffield Airport thrives. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement, a generous pension scheme.

Please ensure you view the job summary as you will need to demonstrate in your application form how you meet the required criteria.

Please complete the application form and return by 9th November 2025 to

simon.hinchley@doncaster.gov.uk

It is anticipated shortlisting will take place week commencing 10th November 2025 and that interviews will be held week commencing 17th November 2025.

For further details or to arrange informal chat please email: Simon Hinchley at simon.hinchley@doncaster.gov.uk