At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead SHEQ initiatives, ensuring safety and quality across multiple construction projects.
- Company: Join a respected Tier 1 contractor known for delivering quality residential and commercial builds.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, healthcare benefits, and electric car scheme.
- Other info: Opportunities for long-term career progression and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on safety culture and operational excellence in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Chartered IOSH member with senior SHEQ leadership experience in construction.
The predicted salary is between 110000 - 110000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for a Head of SHEQ to join a growing leadership team at a respected and well-established £110m turnover general contractor delivering residential, heritage, and commercial construction across London. This is a high-impact permanent role, offering strategic oversight across the group’s operations and a chance to lead a committed SHEQ team working across multiple live projects.
Based in North West London or the Soho office, with regular site presence, this role suits an experienced SHEQ leader looking to influence operational excellence, compliance, and culture across a business known for quality and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Health & Safety
- Lead policy and compliance across H&S regulations and CDM 2015
- Chair Safety & Environmental Committee meetings; report to the board monthly
- Ensure proper investigation and reporting of accidents, near misses, and incidents
- Develop and implement SHEQ document control systems
- Support tender/bid teams with H&S input and guidance
- Ensure CHAS, SafeContractor, Constructionline, ISO 45001 accreditations are maintained
- Promote a proactive, collaborative safety culture across projects
- Environmental
- Maintain and improve ISO 14001 accreditation
- Oversee Site Waste Management Plans (SWMPs) and environmental audits
- Ensure environmental folders and waste paperwork are current across all sites
- Audit waste suppliers and implement sustainability best practices
- Quality
- Manage ISO 9001 accreditation and documentation
- Lead quality assurance audits across live projects
- Drive continual improvement and standardisation in project delivery
- Training & Development
- Oversee training compliance across site management and operational staff
- Manage training records and internal development plans
- Liaise with subcontractors to support training initiatives where possible
Requirements:
- Chartered Member of IOSH
- Degree (or equivalent) or NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma
- Proven experience in a senior SHEQ leadership role within the construction industry
- Deep knowledge of UK H&S legislation and ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001)
- Track record managing safety across multiple project workstreams
- Able to lead, mentor, and develop a team of SHEQ professionals
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
Salary & Benefits:
- £100,000 – £110,000 base salary (DOE)
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Additional leave entitlement with long service
- Option to purchase extra holidays
- Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Medi-cash healthcare benefit
- Cycle to work scheme
- 1 paid volunteer day annually
- Long-term career progression within an established main contractor
Head of SHEQ – Tier 1 Contractor – London (Soho) - UK - 100,000 – 110,000 per annum (DOE) - LJB Recruitment employer: LJB & Co
As a leading design consultancy in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector, we offer an exceptional work environment that fosters innovation and professional growth. Our London location provides access to a vibrant industry network, while our commitment to employee development ensures clear pathways to leadership roles, including a defined route to Director. With competitive benefits such as private healthcare, a generous pension scheme, and a supportive culture, we empower our team to excel in their careers and make a meaningful impact in advanced manufacturing.
