Safety Director

Overview

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Across SGN Footprint | Competitive Package

Full Time | Hybrid working – Regular travel across SGN footprint and to London is required

Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Bonus Scheme – BUPA Healthcare – Cycle2work Scheme & more

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Responsibilities

• Lead SHE operations across Transmission, Distribution and Contract Partners. Providing a consistent, high-performance approach to safety, risk control and environmental protection in line with SGN’s Zero Harm initiative.
• Provide expert leadership on SHE policy, governance and regulatory compliance, ensuring SGN meets legal compliance, is audit ready and follows best practice.
• Support the CSO in executive and regulatory reporting, governance forums and play a critical role in crisis response.
• Mentor and develop a robust senior SHE team, ensuring a high performing and collaborative leadership team.
• Maintain positive relationships with regulators (HSE) and other industry bodies to protect SGN and influence best practice.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 15 years experience in Health and Safety, with significant senior leadership experience in highly regulated and high-risk industries.
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and Chartered membership of IOSH (CMIOSH).
• Proven ability to lead multiple SHE functions, delivering service excellence through high performing and high impact teams.
• Excellent knowledge of UK safety and environmental legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrate success in driving culture change and continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance.
• Excellent high-level problem solving skills, navigating non-routine and complex issues, devising solutions through analysis, experience and knowledge.
• Regular travel will be required as part of this role, including in to our Head Office in Farringdon London.

Why SGN?

SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people safe and warm.

Diversity and Inclusion

If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We\’re here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.

Application

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criterion. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

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