Vickerstock are working in partnership with a leading Building Services and MEP contractor on the appointment of a Head of HSE.This is a senior leadership opportunity with responsibility for shaping and leading Health, Safety and Environmental strategy across a growing business delivering complex engineering and construction projects across multiple regions.Reporting to the Technical & Compliance Director, you will lead and develop the wider HSE function, working closely with Operations, project teams and the supply chain to ensure HSE remains practical, visible and embedded throughout project delivery. The role combines strategic leadership with operational influence, giving you ownership of HSE culture, management systems, assurance, environmental performance and continuous improvement across the organisation.In your new role:Lead and develop the HSE function across multiple projects and regions, providing clear strategic direction to HSE Managers, Senior Advisors and environmental/sustainability professionalsDefine HSE priorities, expectations and standards, driving a consistent and positive culture throughout the organisationProvide visible HSE leadership across live projects, engaging with operational teams, senior management, clients and supply-chain partnersDevelop, maintain and continually improve HSE management systems in line with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, UK HSE legislation, environmental requirements and client standardsOwn and develop the organisation's HSE audit and assurance programme, ensuring findings are effectively closed out and lessons embedded across the businessOversee incident management and investigation, ensuring robust root cause analysis, corrective actions and effective sharing of lessons learnedAnalyse HSE performance, trends and recurring risks to identify and implement strategic improvement initiativesSupport HSE planning throughout project mobilisation and delivery, ensuring consistent standards across projects and regionsWork closely with project teams and subcontractors to strengthen HSE performance and resolve operational challengesSet environmental and sustainability objectives with senior leadership and drive measurable improvements in environmental performanceLead HSE workshops, campaigns and targeted initiatives to improve engagement, behavioural safety and personal accountabilityRepresent the business during client engagements, HSE forums and other external stakeholder discussionsWhat you'll need to succeed:NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalentGradIOSH membership or aboveMinimum 3 years' experience operating within a senior HSE leadership positionStrong experience within construction, MEP, Building Services or a closely related project environmentProven experience leading, managing and developing HSE professionals across multiple projects, regions or business areasStrong working knowledge of CDM requirements and UK Health & Safety legislationKnowledge of environmental management principles and ISO 14001Strong experience across HSE auditing, assurance, incident investigation and root cause analysisExcellent leadership and people-management capability with the ability to influence multidisciplinary teamsStrong commercial and operational awareness, with the ability to balance compliance, project delivery and business riskDesirable (it would be great if you have this, but don't worry if you don't):Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH)Lead Auditor qualification in ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001IEMA membership or equivalent environmental professional accreditationNEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate or equivalentExperience developing and improving HSE culture at an organisational levelExperience leading sustainability or ESG initiativesExperience engaging directly with major clients and supply-chain partners on strategic HSE mattersThis is an excellent opportunity for an established HSE leader to step into a business-wide leadership position with genuine influence over strategy, culture and operational performance, while continuing to maintain a visible connection with live project delivery.For a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health & Safety Specialist, today.Discipline(s): Environmental, Health & SafetyJob type: Permanent
Head of HSE in Armagh employer: Vickerstock
Join a thriving engineering and manufacturing business located just north of the Mid Ulster Area, where you will enjoy a competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000, flexible working hours, and a supportive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. As a Senior Project Design Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead exciting projects, develop your skills further, and contribute to bespoke engineering solutions in a dynamic environment that prioritises employee growth and well-being.
