Health Safety and Environment Director

Overview

Health Safety and Environment Director role at CBRE. This position is based in London, United Kingdom, and is a permanent opportunity within CBRE Global Workplace Solutions.

As a CBRE EMEA HSE Director you will be responsible for helping to execute strategic projects and develop new programs to ensure CBRE’s global HSE strategic objectives are met. This senior level position will work with the AMS and APAC regions to ensure HSE requirements are incorporated into the global, foundational, best practice tools and processes for maintenance set-up, optimization, planning and work execution that the Programs team and proxies are developing.

Key Responsibilities

• Key contact for EMEA business as an extension to account HSE teams.
• Align platform HSE with global programs, initiatives, standards and training across GWS Enterprise Accounts, ensuring consistency while allowing flexibility for local regulatory, cultural or infrastructure differences.
• Facilitate stakeholder collaboration, including account FM Operation professionals globally.
• Work closely with the regional director and technical teams to ensure HSE is embedded in the daily culture of the business.
• Facilitate sharing of information within HSE and across lines of business to create opportunities, develop and promote best management practices and programs across divisions.
• Collaborate with all service lines in identifying, developing, and implementing cross-functional solutions.
• Provide input into the GWS EA strategic plan.
• Develop and implement initiatives designed to mitigate risk, promote employee safety, and drive culture change across the organization.
• Assist in developing and delivering training related to high-risk activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience Required

• Bachelor\’s degree (BA/BS) from a 4-year college or university in a technical area of health, safety and environment or equivalent work experience.
• Work experience in HSE and technical facilities management (FM) is required.
• Professional background with program management.
• Strong leadership, staff management, and facilitation skills.
• Strong management, interpersonal, and influencing skills at all levels from the site to the boardroom.
• Exceptional presentation skills.
• Excellent project management experience.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office suite.
• International work experience is a plus.
• Clear understanding and articulation of Safety Management Systems – leadership commitment, accountability, effective communication, auditing, and performance metrics.
• Extensive working knowledge of EMEA occupational health and safety legislation.
• Proven coaching and teaching abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with conflict, effectively communicate ideas and be an active listener.
• Strong trend and data analytical skills to drive program and process changes.
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to visualize and deliver creative solutions.

About CBRE Global Workplace Solutions

As one of CBRE’s core global businesses, Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) provides end-to-end services to occupier clients across the entire lifecycle of a building. Our teams help companies improve their operations and reduce costs through expert facilities management, project management, real estate and energy and sustainability services. Our dedicated teams work across all industries and support clients ranging from global Fortune 500 companies to single, iconic buildings.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment. We value diverse perspectives and skills and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our culture emphasizes respect, integrity, service and excellence.

Application Process and Notices

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