Regional Head of SHEQ - East Midlands £65,000 + car or allowance | Hybrid working | Permanent | 37.5 hours Monday-Friday Water / Utilities Industry
Are you an experienced SHEQ leader ready to influence performance across a major regional infrastructure programme? This opportunity for a Regional Head of SHEQ offers the chance to shape culture, strengthen compliance and drive measurable improvement across complex construction and utilities projects.
As Regional Head of SHEQ, you will lead the regional delivery of SHEQ strategy, working closely with senior stakeholders and operational teams. The Regional Head of SHEQ will play a visible leadership role, ensuring risk is proactively managed while supporting innovation and continuous improvement across project lifecycles.
As the Head of SHEQ you will:
Lead regional SHEQ strategy, performance monitoring and improvement initiatives
Provide expert SHEQ guidance to senior management and project teams
Develop and mentor a multi-disciplinary SHEQ team
Ensure compliance with SHE legislation, industry standards and management systems
Oversee audits, inspections and assurance programmes
Analyse performance data to identify trends, risks and opportunities
Promote behavioural safety and a culture of continuous improvement
Build strong relationships across client, delivery and supply chain partners
Drive innovation in SHEQ systems and digital processes As the Head of SHEQ we would like you to have:
Proven experience leading SHEQ teams within construction, utilities or infrastructure
Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership capability
Chartered IOSH membership (or working towards)
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent
Environmental and risk assessment competence
Strong understanding of SHE legislation and industry best practice
Ability to interpret and present performance data effectively
Confident communicator with strong organisational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools As the Head if SHEQ you will receive:
Salary to £65,000
Car or car allowance
Hybrid working
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (option to buy more)
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Private medical and health insurance
Cycle to work scheme and lifestyle benefits