Health, Safety & Wellbeing Director (Energy) in London

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life.
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You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.A little more about your role…We are seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Wellbeing Director to provide strategic leadership across major infrastructure and energy programmes, ensuring health, safety and wellbeing is embedded throughout programme development, design, mobilisation and delivery.This is a senior leadership role, providing expert advice, governance and assurance to programme directors, project leadership teams and clients.
You will play a fundamental role in shaping HSW strategy, influencing decision making at executive level and ensuring robust risk management arrangements are in place across complex, multidisciplinary environments.Working across large-scale programmes, you will provide an integrated view of risk, performance and control effectiveness, partnering closely with clients, alliance partners, contractors, suppliers and WSP specialist teams to drive continual improvement and support successful programme delivery.As a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Director, you will operate at both strategic and operational levels, helping shape programme culture, governance and performance whilst ensuring accountability for risk remains with operational and project leaders.Working closely with programme leadership teams, you will:Provide strategic direction for health, safety and wellbeing across major programmes and projectsInfluence executive decision-making through effective governance, assurance and risk insightDrive continual improvement in health, safety, wellbeing and organisational performanceKey ResponsibilitiesStrategy, Leadership & GovernanceDevelop and implement health, safety and wellbeing strategies aligned with programme, client and WSP objectivesProvide expert leadership and challenge to senior stakeholders, supporting informed and proportionate decision-makingEstablish governance arrangements, escalation routes, accountability frameworks and improvement programmesRisk Management, Assurance & PerformanceMaintain an integrated view of programme health, safety and wellbeing risks, critical controls and performance indicatorsLead risk-based assurance activities, audits and specialist reviews across programme deliveryIdentify emerging trends, escalate significant concerns and verify the effectiveness of corrective and preventative actionsDesign Safety & CDM LeadershipProvide governance and oversight of Safety in Design, CDM and Principal Designer arrangementsEnsure appropriate competence, appointments, interfaces and escalation processes are established and maintainedPromote lifecycle risk reduction and elimination through effective design risk managementIncident Management, Crisis Response & LearningLead the health, safety and wellbeing response to significant incidents, high-potential events and emerging risksOversee investigation standards, ensuring lessons learned are effectively captured and embeddedIdentify systemic issues and drive meaningful organisational improvement through learning and assurance activitiesHealth, Wellbeing & CultureProvide strategic leadership on occupational health, wellbeing, psychological safety and workforce engagementPromote positive organisational culture through visible leadership and evidence-based interventionsUtilise workforce insights and performance data to target sustainable improvement initiativesStakeholder Engagement & Client LeadershipBuild and maintain trusted relationships with clients, alliance partners, contractors, regulators and suppliersProvide executive-level reporting and health, safety and wellbeing performance insightsSupport procurement, mobilisation and supply chain assurance activities, ensuring HSW expectations are clearly communicated and maintainedTeam Leadership & Capability DevelopmentLead, develop and mentor programme health, safety and wellbeing teamsEnsure resources and specialist expertise are aligned to programme risks and delivery requirementsSupport succession planning, capability development and continuous professional growth across teamsGovernance, Compliance & Continuous ImprovementEnsure compliance with relevant UK health, safety and wellbeing legislation, standards and client requirementsMaintain effective management systems, governance arrangements and assurance processesDrive continuous improvement through performance review, benchmarking and sharing of best practiceWhat we are looking for you to demonstrate...We are looking for a senior leader who combines strategic health and safety expertise, commercial awareness and the ability to influence complex stakeholder environments:Significant experience leading health, safety and wellbeing functions within major infrastructure, energy, utilities, construction or other high-hazard industriesProven ability to influence executive stakeholders, clients and delivery partners across complex programmesStrong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation, governance frameworks, assurance processes and risk management practicesExtensive experience of CDM Regulations, Safety in Design principles and design risk managementDemonstrable experience leading organisational improvement, incident learning and performance programmesExcellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership capabilitiesExperience developing and leading high-performing multidisciplinary teamsStrong commercial awareness and understanding of programme delivery environmentsDesirableExperience within electricity transmission and distribution, substations, grid infrastructure or major linear infrastructure projectsExperience working within alliance-based, joint venture or multi-partner delivery environmentsKnowledge of Human Performance, psychosocial risk management and modern learning approachesExperience supporting major programme mobilisation, procurement and organisational change initiativesQualifications & Professional MembershipsDegree (or equivalent) in Health & Safety, Engineering, Construction, Environmental Management or a related discipline(or equivalent demonstrable industry experience)Recognised professional Health & Safety qualificationChartered membership of IOSH or an equivalent relevant professional institutionDemonstrable commitment to continuing professional developmentDon’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact.
Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.With us, you can. Apply today.#LI-DM1We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms.
Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion.
With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Work-life balanceAt WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life.
It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity & BelongingWe welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences.
We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society.
We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.Health & WellbeingWe are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most.
We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need.
Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.Flex your timeTo enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your