James has been involved in leading safety and risk management programmes internationally for nearly 30 years. He is the Global Health and Safety Leader at Arup. He has worked in a variety of sectors including major infrastructure, heavy manufacturing, marine and aerospace. He has a particular interest in using technology to improve safety outcomes. He has degrees in sustainable business, international environmental law, and safety and risk management.

He’s a Fellow of IOSH and IEMA, the bodies for safety and environmental professionals. James is a PhD candidate whose research focuses on the application of semiotics of safety.