Head of HSEQ - Strategic National Contracts

Go Traffic Management Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Plus is seeking a Divisional Head of HSEQ to lead health, safety, environment and quality across water, energy and gas contracts from Chelmsford. The role drives the HSEQ culture, and aligns internal standards with regulatory frameworks while overseeing multiple national contracts.

You will champion risk management, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across operations, shaping a future-ready directorate.

Qualifications

• Senior management experience in HSEQ with large teams across multiple locations.
• Experience across multi-sector in high-risk environments.
• Proven Lead Incident Investigator experience.
• NEBOSH Diploma or degree equivalent.
• IEMA or equivalent environmental degree.
• Quality management qualifications.
• Lead Investigator Training.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-contract HSEQ strategies aligned to governance framework.
• Provide strategic oversight of HSEQ risks across contracts.
• Lead a team of HSEQ Managers and Advisors.
• Act as lead investigator for major HSEQ incidents.
• Deliver management information reports and trend analysis.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders for reporting and delivery of best practice.
• Maintain and improve the assurance framework for risk controls.
• Contribute to group-wide HSEQ initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or degree equivalent

IEMA or equivalent environmental degree

Quality Management qualifications

Tools

Excel

Safety databases

Job description

Network Plus is seeking a Divisional Head of HSEQ to lead health, safety, environment and quality across water, energy and gas contracts from Chelmsford. The role drives the HSEQ culture, and aligns internal standards with regulatory frameworks while overseeing multiple national contracts.

You will champion risk management, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across operations, shaping a future-ready directorate.