Regional Safety Lead (Fixed term contract)

JR United Kingdom; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Regional Safety Lead, where your expertise in safety, health, and environmental standards will make a significant impact. In this dynamic role, you will lead initiatives to enhance SHE performance across the Midlands and North, ensuring compliance and exceeding customer expectations. With a focus on continuous development, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values your contributions. Enjoy a competitive package with benefits that promote sustainable travel and work-life balance. If you are passionate about making a difference in the construction industry, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Pension schemes

Private medical

Life assurance

Bonuses

Car scheme supporting sustainable travel

Motoring expenditure allowance

Access to low emission and electric cars

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Safety, Health, and Environmental roles within construction.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and safety excellence.

Responsibilities

• Champion SHE excellence and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Serve as the local point of contact for Senior Managers regarding SHE services.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Safety Management

Environmental Management

Leadership

Behavioral Change

Education

Degree in Safety, Health & Environment

Level 6 qualification in Occupational Safety and Health

IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management

Tools

CSCS Card

SEATS certification

Job description

Regional Safety Lead (Fixed term contract), South Yorkshire

At Willmott Dixon Construction, we're committed to creating environments where our people and projects thrive. As a leading UK main contractor, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional safety, health, and environmental (SHE) standards, ensuring the well-being of our teams and the communities we serve. We're looking for a dedicated individual to join us as our Regional Safety, Health, and Environment Lead on a 12-month fixed term basis for maternity cover.

Role Overview: As the Regional Safety, Health, and Environment Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in championing SHE excellence within your region, which covers Midlands and the North (main offices in Birmingham, Oldham, with other delivery offices in Rotherham, Gateshead, and Nottingham). You'll serve as the local point of contact for Senior Managers and LCO Boards, ensuring a consistent and efficient approach to delivering SHE services aligned with our strategic goals.

Key Success Indicators:

• Recognized as the local SHE leader, valued by the business, customers, and supply chain.
• Safety, health, and environmental performance consistently meet or exceed targets.
• Customer needs are not just met but exceeded, leading to positive feedback and repeat business.
• SHE services are delivered efficiently and effectively to regional businesses.
• Timely and accurate SHE data demonstrate high team performance.

Candidate Profile:

Are you passionate about safety, health, and environmental excellence? Do you thrive in a dynamic role where you can make a tangible difference? We're seeking a SHE Lead to join our team at Willmott Dixon.

Willmott Dixon values its people, focusing on continuous development and offering a rewarding career!

Minimum Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• CSCS Card
• Level 6 qualification in Occupational Safety and Health
• Associate membership with IEMA
• IEMA Certificate in Environmental Management
• SEATS certification
• Valid driving license
• Commitment to ongoing CPD
• Degree in Safety, Health & Environment
• Relevant operational experience in Construction/Interiors

Attributes We Value:

• Strategic and operational acumen
• Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills
• Ability to drive change through understanding people (behavioral change)
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Self-motivation, positivity, and resilience

Willmott Dixon embraces diversity and considers flexible working arrangements. We are a Disability Confident employer.

About Us:

We provide an inclusive, flexible working environment to help our people thrive. We offer competitive packages with benefits such as pension schemes, private medical, life assurance, bonuses, and a car scheme supporting sustainable travel. Roles may include a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and access to low emission and electric cars through our leasing scheme.