Job Description
To lead and support the effective management of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality across gas network construction, repair, and maintenance activities.
Requirements
Business Unit: Cappagh Contractors Construction (London) Ltd
Reports to: HSEQ Director
Location: South West London Area
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Role Purpose
To lead and support the effective management of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality across gas network construction, repair, and maintenance activities. You will act as a senior competent person, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, gas industry standards, and client requirements. Working closely with the HSEQ Director, you will drive continuous improvement, strengthen operational assurance, and embed a proactive safety culture across all teams and contractors working on the gas network.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership & Compliance
2. Support the HSEQ Director in developing and delivering the company’s HSEQ strategy for gas network operations.
3. Ensure compliance with relevant UK legislation including the Gas Safety (Management) Regulations GS(M)R, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, CDM 2015, PUWER, LOLER, and environmental legislation.
4. Maintain and improve the Integrated Management System in line with ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.
5. Provide competent advice to senior leaders, project managers, and operational teams on HSEQ matters, emerging risks, and regulatory changes.
6. Support the development and review of policies, procedures, and safe systems of work specific to gas operations.
Operational Oversight & Assurance
7. Provide oversight of highrisk activities and effective implementation of safe systems of work across:
8. Gas main and service replacement
9. Live gas environments, purging, pressure control and commissioning activities
10. Excavations, temporary works and reinstatement
11. Service connections and disconnections
12. Use of specialist gas tools and equipment
13. Lead internal audits, site inspections, and assurance reviews across all sites, depots and sub-contractors.
14. Ensure compliance with the Gas Industry Registration Scheme (GIRS) and client specific requirements.
15. Support project planning, design reviews, and risk assessments to ensure safe and compliant delivery.
16. Oversee working practices to ensure control measures and permits are robust and effectively implemented by site teams.
Incident, Investigation & Improvement
17. Lead or support investigations into incidents, near misses, asset damage, and nonconformances, ensuring robust root cause analysis.
18. Ensure statutory (eg RIDDOR, environmental notifications) and network operator reporting requirements are met.
19. Analyse performance data and trends to identify systemic issues and drive continuous improvement.
20. Provide clear investigation reports and improvement recommendations to the HSEQ Director and senior leadership.
Environmental & Sustainability Leadership
21. Ensure environmental compliance across gas network activities, including waste management, pollution prevention, and carbon reduction initiatives.
22. Support the delivery of sustainability programmes, including resource efficiency and environmental risk mitigation.
23. Monitor environmental impacts associated with excavation, reinstatement, and materials handling.
Culture, Engagement & Leadership
24. Champion a positive HSEQ culture through visible leadership, behavioural safety initiatives, and workforce engagement.
25. Mentor and support HSEQ Advisors, providing coaching and technical guidance.
26. Build strong relationships with clients, project managers and operational teams.
27. Promote open reporting, learning, and continuous improvement across the organisation and supply chain.
28. Support wellbeing initiatives and fatigue management programmes.
Documentation, Reporting & Accreditation
29. Assist the HSEQ Directors in maintaining accreditation processes and support external audits for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification
30. Produce highquality reports for directors, clients, and regulatory bodies, including monthly dashboards and trend analyses.
31. Develop and deliver safety briefings, campaigns, toolbox talks, and safety standdowns.
32. Ensure effective use of digital HSEQ tools, reporting platforms, and mobile applications.
Required Skills and Experience
33. 5+ years’ experience in a senior HSEQ role within gas networks, utilities, civil engineering, or related highrisk environments.
34. Strong understanding of gas network operations including live gas operations, purging, commissioning and network interface.
35. Experience working under GS(M)R, CDM, and relevant IGEM standards.
36. Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive cultural and operational improvements.
37. Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
38. Experience supporting senior leadership and contributing to strategic planning.
Required Qualifications
Essential:
39. NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6) or working toward completion.
40. IOSH membership (GradIOSH or CMIOSH preferred).
41. Gas industry qualifications (e.g., SHEA Gas, SCO, NCO Gas).
42. CSCS Managers/Professional level
43. Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems.
44. Full UK driving licence.
Desirable:
45. IGEM membership or working toward.
46. ISO Lead Auditor qualifications.
47. First Aid at Work / Mental Health First Aid.
48. Experience with digital permit systems or mobile HSEQ tools.
Personal Attributes
49. Confident, credible, and able to influence at all levels.
50. Strong leadership presence with a collaborative, coachingfocused approach.
51. Calm, decisive, and resilient, particularly when managing incidents or highpressure situations.
52. Passionate about continuous improvement and high standards of performance.
53. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.