Head Of SHEQ

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Derby; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in Derby is seeking a highly experienced SHEQ professional to drive their SHEQ strategy and culture of compliance. The role, reporting to the Managing Director, offers a salary up to £90,000 along with a company car, private healthcare, and various benefits. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in SHEQ leadership and a NEBOSH Diploma.

Benefits

Company car

25 days leave + bank holidays

15% performance bonus

Cycle to Work scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• 10-15 years in SHEQ leadership roles.
• Experience with ISO accreditations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the continuous improvement of the SHEQ department.
• Manage SHEQ audits and compliance.
• Provide advice on regulations and standards.

Skills

Operational SHEQ leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Results-driven approach

Process change and strategy creation

Proficiency in ISO standards

Education

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

An established and successful Civil Engineering contractor are seeking a highly experienced SHEQ professional to join their senior management team. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this individual will take a key leadership role in the development and delivery of the company's SHEQ strategy, driving a culture of continuous improvement, compliance, and best practice across the business. The position offers a salary up to £90,000, a company car, private healthcare, a 15% bonus, and a very good benefit package.

Responsibilities

• Support the strategic direction set by the Managing Director and lead the continuous improvement of the SHEQ department.
• Manage the SHEQ team and department, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's SHEQ strategy and management system, ensuring compliance.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment for all, ensuring robust Health & Safety plans and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) are in place, reviewed, and documented.
• Deliver SHEQ communication strategies including toolbox talks and management briefings.
• Act as a coach to senior managers and mentor to operational teams on SHEQ matters.
• Oversee SHEQ audits, inspections, and investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Provide up-to-date advice on industry regulations, legislation, and standards to ensure compliance.
• Report on SHEQ performance, statistics, and KPIs, driving improvements in safety culture and proactive measures.
• Support business development through client engagement, maximising partnering opportunities.
• Promote learning, best practice, and alignment with wider group targets.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Proven operational and functional experience, including 10-15 years within SHEQ leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of ISO accreditations and environmental management systems.
• High-level communication skills with the ability to influence senior managers and teams.
• Results-driven with a proactive, positive, and objective approach to SHEQ.
• Demonstrable success in driving SHEQ performance improvements and building safety culture.
• Ability to drive process change and create strategy.
• Knowledge of BS EN ISO 9001, NHSS 16, BS EN ISO 14001, and BS OHSAS 18001.
• A willingness to occasionally work out of hours.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £90,000 per annum (DOE).
• Company car.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with buy/sell scheme and service-related increases).
• Performance bonus eligibility up to 15%.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme, saving scheme, birthday bonus & staff social events.
• Discount portal & employee referral rewards.
• Life assurance & Employee Assistance Programme.
• Volunteering opportunities within local communities.
• Learning, development, and progression opportunities within a supportive culture.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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