Job ID: head-of-sheq-northwest-millhill-hse-environmental-health-safety-construction-quality-trainingCompany: LJB & CoOur client is an established and privately owned general main contractor. They have been operating across London and the South East for over 60-years and have a current turnover in excess of 100m +. This organisation undertakes a range of new build and refurbishment works across various sectors including healthcare, schools / education, public sector, social housing, heritage and government works. They have an excellent reputation in the industry with both clients and employees alike, enjoying high levels of repeat business. They maintain a healthy profit margin, a strong cash position and continue to grow steadily The opportunity has arisen for Head of SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality) to join the organisation. We’re looking for a bold and experienced Head of SHEQ to join the growing leadership. This is a career-defining opportunity to take charge of all things SHEQ across multiple live sites, helping shape the future of our safety-first, quality-driven culture.
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
You’ll lead strategy, drive compliance, and work shoulder-to-shoulder with our operational teams, directors, and supply chain to make sure we don’t just tick boxes — we raise standards across the board.What You'll Be Leading:Health & Safety
• Set the tone from the top — chair H&S committee meetings and embed a culture of continuous safety improvement.
• Develop, refine, and enforce SHEQ systems, risk assessments, and safe work practices across all sites.
• Oversee incident investigations, generate detailed reports, and ensure close-out of all actions.
• Lead on HRB regulation policies and support bid teams with SHEQ input for tenders.
• Maintain all industry accreditations (ISO 45001, CHAS, Constructionline, BSC, etc.).
• Deliver monthly performance reports for the board.Environmental
• Own and manage ISO 14001 accreditation and ensure Site Waste Management Plans (SWMPs) are in place and up to date.
• Conduct audits of waste suppliers and environmental performance across all projects.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and best practices from design to delivery.Quality
• Maintain ISO 9001 certification and oversee quality audits on all active sites.
• Lead initiatives to continually raise the quality bar — from pre-construction through to handover.Training
• Keep our workforce sharp and compliant — manage all internal and external training records.
• Ensure every team member and site manager is fully certified and fit for purpose.
• Support subcontractor training needs and drive a learning-first culture.What You’ll Bring to the Table:
• Chartered Member of IOSH (essential).
• NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Deep knowledge of UK H&S law and a sharp understanding of how it applies on real-world construction sites.
• Strong leadership skills — able to influence at every level, from the boardroom to the building site.
• Track record of SHEQ leadership in a main contractor setting (multi-site experience essential).
• A passion for making projects safer, smarter, cleaner, and more efficient.What’s in It for You:
• A pivotal leadership role in a growing, respected main contractor.
• A supportive environment with autonomy, trust, and plenty of room to shape strategy. xsabvtc
• Competitive salary + great benefits including:
o 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays (rising with service). Option to buy extra holidays
o Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
o Cycle-to-work scheme
o Private family healthcare
Head of SHEQ - Northwest in Vauxhall employer: LJB & Co
As a leading MEP construction business based in Gatwick, London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive director packages, and ample opportunities for professional growth and mentorship within a supportive team environment. Join us to lead impactful projects in the data centre and mission-critical sectors, where your expertise will be recognised and rewarded.
