.png)
Background
A leading social enterprise managing a 13-acre estate combining retail, leisure and residential spaces in Central London urgently required an Interim Health and Safety Manager to kickstart their internal Health and Safety function.
With a permanent hire planned, the organisation needed an interim solution to design and embed essential safety systems and policies, giving the incoming permanent Manager a strong operational foundation to build on.
The Challenge
The Estate required immediate improvements to its Health and Safety Management System, including risk assessments, compliance checks (fire, asbestos, legionella), contractor controls, and reporting structures.
They needed someone who could rapidly deliver these operational essentials, allowing the future permanent hire to focus from the outset on driving strategic improvements, leadership engagement, and culture change.
The Solution
We provided an experienced Interim Safety Professional with relevant industry experience, who:
· Designed and embedded a comprehensive Health and Safety Management System.
· Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and risk frameworks.
· Delivered reporting structures for senior leadership and board oversight.
· Created a detailed handover plan ensuring a seamless transition to the incoming Permanent Manager.
The Results
· Full operational systems and compliance frameworks established quickly.
· Reduced operational workload for the incoming permanent Manager.
· Enabled the permanent hire to focus immediately on strategic priorities.
· Improved overall organisational readiness and safety culture foundations.
Why Irwin and Colton?
Our deep understanding of the Interim and Contract Health and Safety market meant we provided the right expert, ensuring a seamless transition from operational setup to strategic delivery, helping to give the permanent hire a genuine head start.
Contact Us:
For tailored hiring solutions and expert insight, contact:
Oscar Dale – Consultant (Contract & Interim)
T: 01923 432673
E: oscar.dale@irwinandcolton.com