Health & Safety Director in MK40

Energy Jobline ZR; Bedford; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus

Full package

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is recruiting a Health & Safety Director to lead the safety strategy at board level. You will shape HSE policy, govern risk management, and drive continuous improvement across civil engineering and groundworks sites.

Required are senior-level experience as H&S Director or similar, plus NEBOSH Construction, CMIOSH status, and a relevant degree. Excellent salary, car allowance, and bonus package.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Health and Safety (or relevant degree).
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• CMIOSH status (or working towards).
• Extensive senior-level experience as Senior/Group H&S Manager or H&S Director in civil engineering or groundworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate group-wide HSE policies.
• Oversee hazards including deep excavations, heavy plant, lifting, and RC frames.
• Ensure adherence to UK safety laws, CDM regs, and ISO standards (ISO 45001/ISO 14001).
• Manage and mentor internal H&S managers/advisors/site inspectors.
• Act as primary contact for HSE, local authorities, insurers, and main contractors.
• Lead accident investigations, review RAMS, and drive proactive safety culture.

Skills

HSE leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Diploma in Health and Safety (or relevant degree)

NEBOSH Construction Certificate

CMIOSH

Job description

Job DescriptionI’ve partnered with an established groundworks and civil engineering contractor, looking for an experienced an driven individual to join them in the business-critical appointment of Health & Safety Director. You will be a board-level leader able to set safety strategy, manage compliance and drive continuous improvement across the business. As a strategic leader, you will be expected to:

• Design, implement, and evaluate group-wide Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies.
• Oversee critical groundworks hazards, including deep excavations, heavy plant movement, lifting operations, and concrete/RC frame structures.
• Ensure adherence to UK safety laws, Construction (Design and Management) regulations, and ISO standards (such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001).
• Manage and mentor internal H&S managers, advisors, or site inspectors.
• Act as the primary contact for the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), local authorities, insurers, and main contractors.
• Lead accident investigations, review RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements), and drive a proactive safety culture.

This is a crucial appointment for the business. As a figurehead for Health & Safety, you be managing the team and working collaboratively to drive the business forward. You will be able to positively challenge to ensure the business moves forward.

Key qualifications include:

• Diploma in Health and Safety (or relevant degree)
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate
• Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) (or working towards)
• Extensive senior-level experience acting as a Senior/Group H&S Manager, Head of Safety, or H&S Director within civil engineering or groundworks

An opportunity for someone who is looking to join a forward-thinking business, with buy-in and a desire to establish themselves at the forefront of Health & Safety within the groundworks sector. You will earn an excellent salary of £(phone number removed) plus car/car allowance, bonus and full package.