SHE Training Manager in Maidenhead

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Make a national impact on how 3,600 people learn, work and stay safe. Are you an experienced training or competence specialist ready for your next strategic move? This is a rare opportunity to shape the national approach to Safety, Health & Environment capability for one of the UK’s largest construction materials businesses. We are looking for a strategic leader in training, competence and digital learning to define and govern the SHE training framework for Heidelberg Materials UK. You will drive standards, influence behavioural improvement, and ensure the organisation remains compliant, competent and future‑ready. This is not a delivery or instructor role. It is a high‑impact governance, systems and capability leadership position with responsibility for national training standards, external provider performance, digital learning systems and alignment with industry requirements.

What you’ll lead

• Strategic Leadership & Governance
  • Own the national SHE training & competence strategy
  • Shape technical capability and behavioural improvement
  • Lead governance of all external training providers
  • Represent HMUK in MPQC and industry groups
• Competence & Capability Development
  • Ensure SHE training matrices and competence frameworks remain legally compliant
  • Develop modern blended learning, e‑learning and catalogues
  • Lead SHE apprenticeships and specialist capability programmes
• Digital Learning Systems
  • Own the Learning Management System and digital learning roadmap
  • Lead system enhancements, integration and user adoption across the UK
• Provider & Vendor Management
  • Manage multiple national providers for cost, quality and compliance
  • Partner with Procurement on sourcing, contracts and performance
• Performance, Reporting & Assurance
  • Drive KPI reporting across compliance, delivery and cost
  • Provide technical assurance to Senior SHE Leadership
  • Ensure alignment with NOS, IMS and MPA Safety by Competence standards
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Work with operational, SHE and training teams to align training with risk
  • Influence senior leaders on competence priorities and improvement plans

What you’ll bring

• Experience in SHE, competence or technical training strategy
• Proven background in training governance and provider management
• Experience leading the design and delivery of large scale training programmes

Why this role?

• National strategic ownership and industry influence
• Opportunity to modernise SHE capability and digital learning
• A business investing in safety, technology and leadership
• High visibility with senior leadership and industry bodies

Why Join us?

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

At Heidelberg Materials UK, we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. We understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry. We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.

Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments. We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritised.