Head of Environment, Health, and Safety

People Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic Group Head of HSE to lead the Health, Safety, and Environmental function across their organization. This pivotal role involves developing and managing HSE policies, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HSE management, with proven experience in implementing cultural change and leading high-performing teams. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will shape the future of health and safety in a growing, values-driven organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative working environment

Leadership role in a growing organization

Qualifications

• 5+ years in senior HSE roles, ideally in manufacturing or construction.
• Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and systems.
• Experience in training and developing teams in safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage HSE policies across all business functions.
• Lead internal audits and risk assessments.
• Champion a culture of safety and compliance organization-wide.

Skills

HSE Management

Risk Assessment

ISO 45001 Compliance

ISO 14001 Compliance

Training and Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Health and Safety Legislation

Cultural Change Implementation

Auditing Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety

PTTLS or Train the Trainer

Job description

This range is provided by People Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Recruitment Consultant - Recruiting Subcontractors in the Built Environment

Group Head of HSE

Location: This position can be run from either North Lincolnshire or North Dublin (with site travel as required)

Salary: up to£95,000 + Benefits

About the Company

Our client is a well-established market leader in architectural precast concrete cladding, known for delivering high-quality, sustainable façade solutions to major construction projects across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. With advanced manufacturing facilities and a growing international presence, the business offers end-to-end services from design through to installation and has built a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and excellence over several decades.

The company is experiencing continued growth and is focused on strengthening its health and safety leadership across all operational environments—including manufacturing plants, construction sites, and professional services offices.

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and strategic Group Head of HSE to take full ownership of the Health, Safety, and Environmental function across the organisation. This role is integral to maintaining a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement, with responsibility for setting HSE strategy, managing compliance frameworks, and leading a high-performing safety team.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Managing Director and play a key role in driving forward organisational wellbeing and sustainability. You’ll lead a company-wide culture shift in HSE awareness and responsibility, while also ensuring compliance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage HSE policies and procedures across all business functions and locations.
• Provide strategic leadership for the organisation's HSE agenda, ensuring a consistent and proactive approach to safety management.
• Act as the designated Responsible Person for all HSE matters, staying up to date with legal obligations and industry best practice.
• Conduct internal audits, manage risk assessments, and oversee the investigation and reporting of incidents.
• Lead a company-wide programme to instil a culture of safety, ownership, and well-being across all levels of the organisation.
• Design and deliver internal training and coaching sessions to upskill teams and improve risk awareness.
• Support compliance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards, maintaining documentation, controls, and reporting processes.
• Work in close partnership with HR to support workplace wellbeing initiatives and individual risk assessments.
• Collaborate with managers across all functions to identify risks and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in HSE performance.

About You

• A minimum of 5 years' recent experience in a senior HSE role, ideally within a manufacturing, construction, or industrial setting.
• Demonstrable experience in implementing cultural change and embedding best practice HSE strategies.
• Strong working knowledge of current HSE legislation, systems, and audit processes.
• Proven ability to lead audits in line with ISO 45001 and manage related action plans.
• Experienced in training, mentoring, and developing teams in safety and risk awareness.
• Confident communicator with excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiar with wellbeing initiatives and their integration into a holistic HSE strategy.
• Physically fit and capable of conducting site visits and assessments.
• Strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office and HSE management systems.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline.
• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (or equivalent).
• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent).
• PTTLS or Train the Trainer (preferred).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape and lead the HSE function at a senior level.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment.
• A key leadership role in a growing, values-driven organisation.

If you believe this role aligns with your experience and aspirations, please get in touch with Andreas: [e-mail], or send in your CV for consideration, and we will be in touch.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources, Management, and Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Construction

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