Head of HSE Compliance & Strategy - Dungannon

VanRath; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader for the Head of HSE Compliance & Strategy role. This pivotal position involves overseeing health, safety, and environmental strategies while ensuring compliance with ISO standards. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in manufacturing, with proven leadership and project management skills. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a growing company. If you thrive in a culture of safety and continuous improvement, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible working conditions

Long-term career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a senior HSE role within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and international standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee company-wide HSE initiatives ensuring compliance and safety.
• Lead transformation of HSE systems and promote a safety-first culture.
• Collaborate with leadership on statutory HSE responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Health and Safety Compliance

ISO Standards Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

ISO9001

ISO14001

ISO45001

Job description

Head of HSE Compliance & Strategy

Location: Dungannon | Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Manufacturing / Heavy Engineering
Salary: Highly competitive and negotiable, with an attractive benefits package

About the Opportunity

VANRATH is thrilled to be working with a forward-thinking and well-established manufacturing firm, seeking a dynamic leader to take charge of its Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSE/Q) strategy. This pivotal role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong background in manufacturing or heavy industry, who thrives in shaping culture, improving systems, and leading high-impact change.

What You'll Be Doing

As Head of HSE Compliance & Strategy, you'll oversee the development and execution of company-wide initiatives to ensure the highest standards in workplace safety, environmental responsibility, and quality assurance.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Champion a safety-first culture across global operations, aligning practices with legal obligations and industry benchmarks

• Lead the transformation of HSE/Q systems, embedding positive behaviours and engagement at all organisational levels

• Collaborate with senior leadership to support operational teams in meeting their statutory and internal HSE responsibilities

• Design and implement continuous improvement programs, including awareness campaigns, audits, and training

• Define and monitor key HSE metrics and performance indicators, presenting progress updates to the executive team

• Ensure documentation and policies are up-to-date, compliant with ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 standards, and aligned with regional laws

• Oversee all external certification and audit activities, ensuring ongoing accreditation

• Investigate incidents thoroughly, producing detailed reports and ensuring timely corrective actions

• Develop and lead an annual internal audit and inspection plan, identifying trends and driving accountability

• Manage the internal HSE team, including mentoring, goal-setting, and resource planning

• Track and manage department budgets, aligning with company objectives

• Contribute to bid documentation, contractor pre-qualification, and on boarding processes

• Build and maintain relationships with external regulators, contractors, and safety bodies

• Regularly update leadership on risk management, regulatory changes, and team performance

What You'll Bring

• A NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in Occupational Health & Safety

• Background in a senior HSE role within a manufacturing or industrial setting (minimum 3 years in a leadership capacity)

• Strong working knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 frameworks

• Familiarity with UK health and safety legislation (and international standards such as OSHA if applicable)

• Proven leadership and project management capabilities, especially in safety-focused change management

• ISO Internal Auditor certification (preferred, but not essential)

• Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

What's on Offer

• A key leadership position in a well-respected company undergoing exciting growth

• Highly competitive pay, flexible depending on experience

• Comprehensive benefits and a collaborative working culture

• Long-term career development and strategic influence

For further information on this vacancy, or any other job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves in the strictest confidence.