Head of Environment, Health, and Safety

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK modular construction company seeks a Head of Environment, Health, and Safety to enhance safety culture and lead strategic HSE initiatives. Candidates must possess a NEBOSH Diploma and have extensive experience in the manufacturing or construction sectors. Join a forward-thinking firm focused on innovation and sustainability, where your leadership can drive meaningful change.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in senior HSE leadership role in manufacturing/construction.
• Proven success with audits, risk management, and COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE strategy aligning operational needs with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety laws and environmental legislation.
• Design training programs for competence and accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk Management

Culture Change

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

CMIOSH or working towards

Job description

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Client:

Thorn Baker Group

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Lead the safety culture that shapes the future of modular construction.

Our client doesn't just build modular solutions — they build environments where people thrive. As they grow and transform the way buildings are delivered, we’re looking for a bold, strategic, and experienced Head of HSE to take their health, safety, and environmental performance to new heights.

This is your opportunity to shape an HSE culture that’s not just compliant, but genuinely world-class.

The Role:

• Strategic Leadership: Craft and drive a forward-thinking HSE strategy that aligns with both operational needs and long-term business goals.
• Compliance Mastery: Ensure we meet and exceed UK Health & Safety laws (CDM, PUWER, LOLER, RIDDOR) and environmental legislation.
• Operational Excellence: Embed safety into every layer of the business — from factory floors to site execution and project planning.
• Culture Champion: Inspire behavioural change through engaging initiatives and hands-on leadership.
• Training & Development: Design impactful training programmes that build competence and accountability across all teams.
• Systems & Standards: Own and elevate our ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems, integrating them seamlessly into everyday operations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the business to HSE bodies and clients while collaborating internally across Production, HR, Commercial, and more.

About You:

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (essential)
• CMIOSH or working towards (preferred)
• 5+ years in a senior HSE leadership role in manufacturing, construction, or modular/offsite sectors
• Proven success with audits, risk management, SSOW, RAMS, COSHH
• A proactive mindset, with a track record of leading culture change
• Excellent communicator and influencer at all business levels

What's in it for you?

One of the UK’s leading modular construction specialists, and they’re growing fast. You’ll be joining a business where innovation, sustainability, and people-first culture are more than buzzwords; they’re how they operate every day. If you want to lead with purpose, shape a future-focused HSE strategy, and leave a lasting legacy of safer, smarter working, this is your opportunity.

Apply today and lead the change that builds a better tomorrow.