Overview
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Rail / Civil Engineering
Office Locations: Pontyclun (Wales), Highbridge (Western), or Swanley (South East).
Regional Responsibility: South Region – Wales, Western & Southern.
The Role
Reporting directly to the SHEQ Director, you will be responsible for overseeing all health, safety, quality and environmental matters within the South Region. You will provide expert guidance, support operational teams, and represent the business at senior client and stakeholder meetings. You will also contribute to bid responses and project planning, ensuring safety excellence is embedded at every stage.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Provide expert advice and support on health, safety, and welfare issues to all project stakeholders.
* Foster a positive SHEQ culture through coaching, behavioural interventions, and leadership.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, company policies, and client requirements.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of project Health & Safety Plans.
* Conduct site safety inspections, including occasional weekend and night visits, to verify adherence to safety standards.
* Address and close out corrective actions from inspections, promoting continuous improvement.
* Liaise with client safety representatives and regulatory authorities on all health and safety matters.
* Investigate accidents and incidents thoroughly, ensuring lessons learned are shared and implemented.
* Support open communication on health and safety across project teams.
* Monitor and report on health and safety performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.
* Manage and support the development of H&S Advisors and Managers within the region.
* Deliver in-house training on relevant health and safety topics.
* Proactively contribute to the development of “Best Practice” safety standards across the organisation.
* Oversee the management of the Company’s Principal Contractors Licence (Rail projects).
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Senior or Regional Head of Health & Safety in rail or civil engineering environments.
* Relevant health and safety qualifications (Degree, Diploma, HNC/HND).
* Strong experience working within relevant construction and engineering project environments.
* Chartered status or working towards IOSH Chartership.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience.
* Company car or car allowance.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service).
* Up to 3 volunteer days annually.
* Company-contributory pension scheme.
* Life insurance.
* Family Private medical insurance
* Westfield Health Cash Plan & Rewards.
* A supportive culture focused on personal and professional development, with clear pathways for career progression.
* Internal development programmes including Women in Leadership, Purposeful Leadership and more.
* Ongoing learning opportunities in a safe and inclusive workplace.
* Employee forums that give your voice a platform.
The Company
AmcoGiffen is an engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. We are a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing projects and frameworks across the country.
Diversity & Inclusion
We value collective expertise and the spark one person can bring. Our Diversity & Inclusion journey is designed to break down barriers and promote a diverse workforce. Diversity & Inclusion is embodied in our SPIRIT core values of Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork. AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Health & Wellbeing
We support safety and wellbeing in the workplace. We have employees trained as mental health first aiders and provide access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 counselling and advice.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about leading safety excellence and want to make a real difference, apply now. For more information or to arrange a private discussion about opportunities, contact our Recruitment Team at:
beyond this point, please contact: tom.peach@amcogiffen.co.uk
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