Head Of HSEQ

Cavendish Professionals; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Professionals is seeking an experienced Head of HSEQ to lead and develop the Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality function across multiple live projects in London and the South. The role reports to senior leadership and requires driving best practice and a strong safety culture throughout the organisation.

You will oversee policy development, audits, training, and external accreditation while ensuring compliance with UK H&S legislation and ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Senior HSEQ Manager experience in construction/building services preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HSEQ strategy across ~5 live projects.
• Develop and improve HSEQ policies and procedures.
• Carry out site inspections and audits across London and the South.
• Ensure compliance with UK legislation and industry standards.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Produce reports and KPIs for senior management.
• Manage external audits and ISO accreditation processes.
• Deliver training and toolbox talks to site teams.
• Promote a proactive safety culture within the business.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and regulators on HSEQ matters.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)

Chartered IOSH membership

Job description

Our client is an established building services contractor delivering high-quality projects across London and the South. They primarily specialise within Precision Drilling, Groundworks and Structural Solutions.

With a growing portfolio of work and multiple live projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Head of HSEQ to lead and develop their Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality function.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where you will play a key role in shaping company standards, ensuring compliance and driving a positive safety culture across the organisation.

The Role:

Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will be responsible for overseeing all HSEQ activities across approximately five live projects, ensuring best practice is maintained throughout the business.

Location: North London (with travel across London & the South)

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive + Package (DOE)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the company's Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality strategy.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve HSEQ policies and procedures.
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits across London and the South.
• Ensure compliance with UK health & safety legislation and industry standards.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Produce reports, KPIs and performance data for senior management.
• Manage external audits and accreditation processes including ISO standards.
• Deliver training, toolbox talks and support site teams.
• Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the business.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and regulatory bodies on all HSEQ matters.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Senior HSEQ Manager or Head of HSEQ within the construction or building services sector.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
• ISO 9001/14001/45001 Knowledge
• Experience within Groundworks/RC/Demolition/Diamond Drilling/Steel Erection/Structural Alterations
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) preferred.
• Chartered IOSH membership or working towards chartership is advantageous.
• Experience managing multiple live construction projects.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Senior leadership position with autonomy to shape the HSEQ function.
• Opportunity to work with a growing contractor delivering projects across London and the South.
• Long-term career progression within an expanding business.

If you're an experienced HSEQ professional looking to take ownership of a company-wide HSEQ function and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief