Head of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) in London Area

Job description

Head of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ)

London | circa £85,000 + Excellent Benefits

A leading construction contractor, with a strong reputation for delivering high-profile and complex projects across London, is seeking a Head of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ). With a turnover of circa £100m and ambitious growth plans, this organisation operates across a range of sectors, including major refurbishments and new build residential properties.

This is a strategic leadership role, ideal for an experienced HSEQ professional ready to drive business-wide improvements across the organisation. It would suit an established Head of HSEQ or an ambitious HSEQ Manager stepping into a senior leadership position.

Responsibilities for the Head of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality will include:

• Providing strategic leadership across Health and Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Training functions to ensure excellence across all sites.
• Developing and reviewing HSEQ management systems and policies to align with current legislation and industry best practice.
• Supporting and advising senior leadership, site teams, and bid managers on HSEQ-related matters.
• Driving compliance with Higher-Risk Building (HRB) regulations.

The successful Head of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality will have:

• Proven experience in a similar leadership role within construction or civil engineering
• Hold a NEBOSH and ideally a NVQ Level 6 (or equivalent) in Health and Safety
• The ability to influence and engage key internal and external stakeholders.
• A strong technical knowledge across relevant health and safety legislation, compliance, and regulations.
• A passion for building a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive and growing contractor with a strong reputation and portfolio of landmark projects across London.

For further information or to discuss your career, contact Luke O'Driscoll on or 01923 432 683. Job Reference LOD3896.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English