Head of HSEQ

Job Description:

Leading Facilities Management company looking for a new Head of HSEQ – could it be you?

We are pleased to have been exclusively retained by an established facilities services provider to recruit a new Head of HSEQ to the business.

Reporting to the Services Director, you will be responsible for all areas of HSEQ across two departments. The company provide total facilities management services to a diverse range of businesses including catering, maintenance, and staff so you will be in an incredibly varied role managing the safety of over 13,000 members of staff.

This is a hybrid role, based at home with travel to national sites with occasional international travel. If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity to make substantial change in a business, look no further. You will be the leader for strategic direction and guidance, promoting a positive safety culture within the business.

So – why could this be the role for you?

• This organisation have been recognised as one of the world’s most ethical companies
• The company support and encourage staff growth and training, leading regular management courses and development schemes
• Reporting to the Services Director and alongside other senior stakeholders, you will be involved in all areas of the business to influence real change at the top of the business
• You’ll be working for a company that prides themselves on being a people-focused business, not driven by stakeholders
• Working for a large and diverse organisation, you’ll have the opportunity for long term growth and progression within the business

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Creating a management plan in line with company strategy to drive improvements across the department
• Ensuring that all policies and procedures are implemented across sites in line with client requirements
• Providing regular performance updates to the HSEQ Director and other board members against objectives
• Manage Fire Risk Assessments and Fire Strategies for sites
• Implementing incident management processes and ensuring investigations are completed in a timely and satisfactory manner
• Monitoring claims within the department and identifying strategic opportunities for risk reduction

Apply for this role if you have:

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification
• Experience working at a senior strategic level
• Food safety experience is desirable
• Experience managing fire safety
• Strong leadership skills with team management experience
• Environmental management experience is desirable
• Knowledge of ISO management systems

Offering a salary between £80,000 - £90,000 depending on experience, plus an £8,000 car allowance, bonus, and wider benefits package, this is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leading organisation in a varied and rewarding role.