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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

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