Head of Health & Safety
Seeking an experienced Head of Health & Safety to lead HSEQ strategy. Offers top salary, bonus, car, bonus, and strong benefits. Ideal for senior H&S professionals in infrastructure.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
In this senior role, you will oversee the development and rollout of company-wide health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ) strategies, ensuring compliance and best practices throughout all areas.
Your typical day includes working closely with leadership and site teams to drive safety-led culture, conducting audits and inspections, and managing continuous improvement initiatives.
You’ll be responsible for leading the H&S team and supporting colleagues across diverse projects. Engagement with stakeholders and regulatory bodies will be integral to your routine.
Monitoring metrics and reporting directly to the board are part of the daily expectations. You will play a pivotal part in incident investigations and corrective actions.
This role demands strong expertise in major project settings such as highways, energy, utilities, or rail. NEBOSH Diploma is essential, and chartered IOSH status is preferred.
Key Pros
The first major advantage is the attractive salary package of £80,000 to £100,000, complemented by bonus, car provision, and comprehensive benefits. This will appeal to professionals seeking strong remuneration and perks.
Moreover, you are given significant autonomy and real influence over the organisation’s safety strategy at a critical level. You’ll be a strong and visible leader, shaping future workplace culture.
Possible Cons
This is a demanding leadership role with significant responsibility for culture, compliance, and multi-site coordination. Some candidates may find the complexity challenging if they prefer narrower focus.
The requirement for broad experience in civil engineering and infrastructure, as well as advanced qualifications, means the barrier to entry is high and may not suit all applicants.
Our Verdict
This opportunity stands out for experienced H&S professionals looking for both impact and reward. If you’ve led HSEQ in large projects and thrive on driving change, this could be your next career move.