We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably. With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore.
The HSE Manager for Major Projects will take a lead role within the team whilst maintaining day‑to‑day responsibility for Health, Safety, Environment and Welfare within the division. The successful candidate will be a leader responsible for pushing forward operational excellence, wellbeing, and sustainability across the whole Major Projects division. Partnering with Project Directors and leadership collaboratively you will influence how projects think, plan, and perform.
Key Responsibilities
* Take a lead role within the Major Projects division while maintaining day‑to‑day responsibility for Health, Safety, Environment and Welfare within the nominated contract.
* Act as the recognised HSE focal point for contract‑specific operational management, sub‑contractors, customers, and, if required, external legislative bodies.
* Develop HSE plans, campaigns, improvement strategies and action plans commensurate with the breadth and diversity of the contract.
* Promote and ensure compliance with the company Integrated Management System and locally defined HSE controls established within the contract HSE plan.
* Establish and continually promote a high standard in respect of HSEW, supporting operational management and sub‑contractor teams across the contract.
* Identify and respond to leading and lagging indicators for the betterment of the contract and wider company.
* Ensure forums that promote effective communication and information sharing and learning are established across contract teams.
* Build and develop long‑term relationships with relevant internal and external customers.
* Identify and provide good practice learning across the contract and company.
* Proactively lead and mentor a team of dedicated HSE personnel.
* Support the winning of work processes as required through the development and maintenance of proposal information.
Key Objectives
* Advising operational management on the HSE performance of multidisciplinary teams.
* Proactively analyse leading and lagging data to identify deviations, root causes, and prepare recommendations for improvements.
* Support the Project Management in implementing the region’s HSE improvement and development plans.
* Lead the local HSE team, monitoring and reviewing performance and compliance with the IMS HSEW policies, management system and standards.
* Ensure all incidents have effective investigations, root‑cause analyses and that findings are documented, appropriate action plans are agreed, shared, delivered and reviewed for their effectiveness.
* Act as the interface between central UK HSE functions and contract‑specific operations, supporting interpretation and implementation of policy.
* Maintain the structure, people, processes and culture required to achieve the contract HSE plan and lead necessary change.
* Conduct surveillance and compliance audits of the supply base as required.
* Understand corporate and UK regional strategy and provide appropriate local support.
* Assign responsibilities and tasks to direct reports, ensuring they have necessary resources and authority.
* Conduct periodic performance reviews, providing feedback, coaching, mentoring, and development to direct reports.
* Implement corporate and regional HSEQ KPIs and targets.
* Support the organisation in maintaining all applicable ISO accreditations and customer‑required accreditations.
* Develop relations with customer counterparts to share information and learning.
* Promote behavioural safety and continuous improvement programs.
* Deploy recognised industry HSE standards and best practice, legislative changes and external trends.
* Deliver instructed changes to HSEQ policies, procedures, systems and standards, working with QA as required.
* Coordinate with personnel managing occupational health and wellbeing.
* Develop and support delivery of training programmes.
Key Requirements
* NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent), Chartered status (CMIOSH) preferred.
* Extensive experience in senior HSE leadership within major projects, infrastructure, or engineering environments.
* Strong understanding of UK HSE legislation, CDM regulations, and ISO management systems.
* Proven track record of leading cross‑functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
* Demonstrated ability to turn data and insight into performance improvement and cultural change.
Why Join Us?
* Work on high‑impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the industry.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
* Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.
Altrad Babcock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills, and passion for making a difference. Everyone is welcome to apply.
If you wish to be considered please apply using the link and start your journey with Altrad…
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