Head of Programme Health, Safety & Environment

• Head of Programme Health & Safety - Stansted Transformation Programme
• Based at London Stansted Airport
• Permanent Role

Why MAG?

Every year, London Stansted Airport connects over 28 million passengers with more than 190 destinations across the globe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, London Stansted Airport supports over 11,600 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region.

We are currently embarking on the Stansted Transformation Programme, valued at £1.1 billion. The terminal extension will provide a more spacious departure lounge with a wide variety of shops, bars and restaurants, an expanded immigration hall and additional baggage reclaim belts. The scheme will also see the security hall extended and the latest check-in technology introduced.

Our plans to invest in new facilities will provide a great experience for everyone travelling through and working at London Stansted Airport. It will also unlock the potential for us to deliver a greater economic contribution to the region.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:

• Bonus scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Car allowance
• Private medical scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

The role:

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining effective health and safety management systems for STN-TP, ensuring all regulatory requirements are consistently met. You will provide technical advice and guidance to mitigate risks and embed health and safety at the heart of everything we do.

You will represent Health, Safety, and Fire Safety in group and site forums, while also developing and maintaining a central technical library of procedures and documentation for STN-TP, including clear arrangements for working with contractors and third parties. Staying ahead of emerging regulations, you will anticipate changes, carry out impact assessments, and implement plans to ensure compliance. You will also oversee the legal register for health and safety, keeping it up to date and accurate.

As the lead for monitoring and managing strategic improvement plans, you will ensure site-specific procedures remain fit for purpose and that risks are properly controlled. You will proactively assess the impact of new work activities, design implementation plans, and support safe and compliant operations. In addition, you will establish effective health surveillance programmes, produce comprehensive management reports to support oversight, and make sure all teams, including contractors, have access to approved health and safety training courses to maintain technical competence.

What will make you successful in the role?

You will hold a Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (Level 6) or an equivalent qualification, and be a Chartered Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH). With a minimum of five years’ experience as a Health & Safety Manager in a high-risk environment, you bring the expertise and confidence needed to manage complex challenges while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

You are a strong communicator with the ability to influence, engage, and build relationships across all levels of the business. Highly computer literate, you are comfortable working with digital tools and systems, and you have the analytical skills to interpret complex information and develop effective solutions.

Self-motivated and highly organised, you are adept at prioritising and managing competing demands. Your background includes developing accredited health and safety management and quality systems, and you have proven experience of leading and managing teams of H&S professionals to deliver consistently high performance.

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

At MAG we believe in the importance of diversity & inclusion for all. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of our society. As such we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re also committed to well-being with a focus on mental health and supporting colleagues from underrepresented groups through our Colleague Resource Groups.

As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to creating an environment where candidates and employees can perform at their optimum. Please let us know if we can provide you with any reasonable adjustments to aid your application or interview process.

You can contact the team by emailing HR.Recruitment@MAGAirports.com

Our Colleague Resource Groups include: Women’s Network, Embrace - Race & Ethnicity Group, Fly With Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mental Health, Parent & Carers, Disabilities including neurodiversity