Derby
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 is offering a Salary up to £90,000, Company Car, Private Healthcare, 15% Bonus and a very good benefit package. Head of SHEQ Job Overview • 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 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. Head of SHEQ Job Requirements • 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 with BS EN ISO 9001, NHSS 16, BS EN ISO 14001, and BS OHSAS 18001, • A Willingness to occasionally work out of hours Head of SHEQ 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