At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead HSE strategy and manage a team across exciting projects nationwide.
- Company: Join a top Building Services Engineering contractor with a stellar reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel accommodation, and great career progression.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on safety in diverse projects across the UK.
- Qualifications: NEBOSH Diploma and experience in managing HSE teams required.
GDS Partners are recruiting an HSE Lead on behalf of a leading Building Services Engineering contractor, for a permanent position based in London with regular travel across the UK.
About the Client:
Our client is a well-established Building Services Engineering contractor delivering complex Mechanical, Electrical, and Building Services projects across the UK. With an excellent reputation for quality, innovation, and safety, they continue to grow across a diverse portfolio of commercial, healthcare, education, residential, and industrial projects.
About the Role:
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental professional to take ownership of HSE performance across multiple projects nationwide. The successful candidate will lead a team of HSE Advisors while supporting project teams across London, Birmingham, Bristol, and Northern Ireland. The role is primarily London-based but will require regular travel to projects throughout the UK, including monthly visits to the company's head office.
Main Duties:
- Lead and develop the company's Health, Safety & Environmental strategy across multiple live projects.
- Manage, mentor, and support a team of HSE Advisors across the UK.
- Carry out regular site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
- Ensure full compliance with current health and safety legislation, company procedures, and client requirements.
- Review and approve RAMS, permits, and other HSE documentation.
- Lead investigations into incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring effective corrective actions are implemented.
- Monitor HSE performance, producing reports and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Promote a positive and proactive safety culture across all business operations.
- Build strong relationships with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and senior leadership teams.
- Provide coaching, guidance, and technical support to operational teams on all HSE matters.
- Support external audits and maintain compliance with ISO management systems where applicable.
Requirements:
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
- Chartered or working towards Chartered Membership of IOSH (desirable).
- Previous experience managing HSE teams across multiple projects.
- Strong Building Services, M&E, or Construction background.
- Excellent knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
- Experience carrying out audits, inspections, incident investigations, and behavioural safety initiatives.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Willingness to travel nationwide, including monthly visits to the head office.
What's on Offer:
- £80,000 - £90,000 DOE.
- Comprehensive package including accommodation when travelling.
- Permanent position with a leading Building Services Engineering contractor.
- Opportunity to lead HSE across a growing national project portfolio.
- Excellent long-term career progression within an established organisation.
If you would like to hear more, please apply or contact Eamonn on the contact details below.
HSE Lead - Building Services Engineering - London & Nationwide employer: GDS Partners
As a well-established Civil Engineering & Earthworks Contractor based in London, our client offers an exceptional work environment that prioritises health, safety, and environmental standards. With a strong commitment to employee development, the company provides structured training and clear career progression opportunities for graduates and junior professionals. Joining this team means being part of a positive safety culture while working on high-quality projects across the Greater London area.
