Head of Safety, Health, Environment and Quality

Energy Vault; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a Head of SHEQ to lead their Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality strategy. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of management experience. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, enabling you to shape the SHEQ strategy in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Enhanced Pension

Flexible Working

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of SHEQ management experience, ideally in construction or manufacturing.
• Deep expertise in SHEQ regulations and standards including ISO certifications.
• Flexibility to travel to sites regularly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute SHEQ strategy aligned with company vision.
• Lead the SHEQ team and ensure compliance with policies.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering

Job description

Join Our Team and Lead the Way in SHEQ Excellence!

Are you a passionate leader who thrives on driving safety, health, environmental, and quality excellence? Do you want to make a real impact in a dynamic and forward-thinking organization? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are searching for a Head of SHEQ to spearhead the Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) strategy across our three Keystone and IG Lintels sites. In this role, you’ll champion a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve and set new industry standards.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the charge in developing and executing an ambitious SHEQ strategy aligned with our company’s vision.
• Set strategic SHEQ goals and objectives, fostering an environment where continuous improvement thrives.
• Lead and inspire the SHEQ team, embedding a proactive and positive safety culture across the organization.
• Design and drive SHEQ policies and best practices to ensure full compliance across all sites.
• Ensure full compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications.
• Conduct in-depth safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations, delivering clear action plans for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed SHEQ management systems into daily operations seamlessly.
• Track and analyse SHEQ performance metrics, identifying and implementing strategies for ongoing enhancement.
• Be the face of SHEQ excellence, liaising with external regulators, stakeholders, and certification bodies.

What We’re Looking For:

• A strategic thinker, ready to drive SHEQ excellence.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of SHEQ management experience, ideally in the construction or manufacturing industry.
• Deep expertise in SHEQ regulations and standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills – you know how to inspire and empower others.
• A proactive problem solver with excellent analytical abilities.
• Communication and interpersonal skills, allowing you to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Flexibility to travel regularly to our sites in Cookstown (NI) and Cwmbran (Wales).

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary & benefits package – we value and reward great talent!
• A leadership role with real influence – shape SHEQ strategy and drive impactful change.
• A forward-thinking company that values innovation, safety, and sustainability.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment, where your ideas and expertise are valued.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and ready are to take on this challenge, we want to hear from you!

The Company

Part of Keystone Group, Keystone Lintels is a market leading manufacturer of steel lintels. Founded in 1989, it is now a multisite manufacturing operation with locations in Swadlincote (South Derbyshire) and Cookstown (N. Ireland) to service both UK and Irish construction markets. It’s extensive and growing range of Hi-therm+ lintels, standard and special steel lintels, Brickslip lintels and windposts is award winning and celebrated throughout the industry.

Our Benefits

Enhanced Pension

Flexible Working

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Who We Are

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