Head of EHS (Environmental, Health and Safety)

Siemens Energy Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy tech company is seeking a leader to drive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives. This role involves developing EHS management systems and fostering a culture of safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in EHS legislation, excellent collaboration skills, and relevant qualifications such as a NEBOSH certification. Benefits include competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Inclusive work culture

Access to new technology

Qualifications

• Experience in energy, engineering, construction, or heavy industry.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to apply EHS regulations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS management and align with regulatory requirements.
• Promote a culture of Zero Harm across EHS activities.
• Engage with stakeholders to enhance EHS performance.

Skills

EHS risk assessment

Collaboration

EHS legislation understanding

Performance metrics development

Education

NEBOSH Certificate or Diploma

Job description

Overview

Lead and advise the GS EU&AF UK&IE leadership and management teams on all aspects of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS).

Develop, implement, and maintain effective EHS management systems aligned with regulatory, customer, and Siemens Energy requirements, including ISO14001, ISO45001, and ISO50001.

Responsibilities

• Champion a Zero Harm culture by promoting best practices and continuous improvement across all EHS activities.
• Foster a positive and inclusive EHS culture, covering occupational health and safety, process safety, environmental protection, energy management, and wellbeing.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and report operationally to the Head of GS EU&AF UK&IE, with functional accountability to the Head of GS EU&AF EQS.
• Engage regularly with external stakeholders including customers, suppliers, regulators, auditors, and other Siemens Energy business areas.
• Strong understanding of UK EHS legislation and industry standards (e.g. ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO50001), with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively.
• Skilled in building collaborative relationships across internal teams, external partners, regulators, and customers to drive EHS performance and governance.
• Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational risks, including emergency planning and contractor management.
• Ability to develop and use performance metrics, audits, and incident data to inform strategy and improve outcomes.
• Background in sectors such as energy, engineering, construction, or heavy industry, with relevant qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH Certificate and Diploma or equivalent).

"We energize society" by supporting our customers to make the transition to a more sustainable world, based on innovative technologies and our ability to turn ideas into reality. With nearly 100,000 employees around the world, we shape the energy systems of today and tomorrow., Siemens Energy is a global energy tech company with 100,000 employees in 90+ countries.

Our distributed team is dedicated to realising sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We carry forward a 150-year legacy of innovation that seeks individuals who will champion our focus on decarbonisation, new technologies, and energy transformation. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energise society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits to support your overall well-being.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values your contributions.
• Access to brand-new technology and resources to drive innovation.