Global HSE Director — Strategy, Governance & Compliance

Irwin & Colton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Irwin & Colton in London seeks a Health and Safety Director to shape global health, safety and environmental standards. You will develop strategic HSE systems, drive a proactive safety culture, and ensure governance across regions.

This role involves international travel and leading assurance activities with a focus on continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has robust global HSE leadership experience, NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent), and IOSH membership, with strong stakeholder engagement

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma qualified (equivalent) and a Certified IOSH Membership as a minimum.
• Extensive knowledge of global HSE standards and regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership with audit management and continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining the organisation's global HSE management system aligned with international standards, including ISO accreditations.
• Monitoring and analysing HSE metrics and KPIs to track performance trends and identify areas of improvement on a strategic, global scale.
• Leading internal assurance activities, including audits and incident investigations, to embed best practices.
• Leading the delivery of regulatory compliance, changes, and M&A activities with detailed due diligence.
• Collaborating with global teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure consistent HSE standards across regions.
• Delivery commercial goals for the team, with involvement on bids for new business and tender closes.

Skills

Global leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Audit management

Strategic planning

Education

NEBOSH Diploma

IOSH membership

Job description

Irwin & Colton in London seeks a Health and Safety Director to shape global health, safety and environmental standards. You will develop strategic HSE systems, drive a proactive safety culture, and ensure governance across regions.

This role involves international travel and leading assurance activities with a focus on continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has robust global HSE leadership experience, NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent), and IOSH membership, with strong stakeholder engagement