SHEQ Director

SHEQ Director - Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Culture

• Provide leadership, oversight, and direction across all SHEQ and Compliance functions.
• Drive a strong, proactive safety culture aligned with organisational and Responsible Business objectives.
• Establish and deliver SHEQ Action Plans that elevate safety standards, engagement, and best practice.

SHEQ Governance & Compliance

• Ensure statutory and internal obligations are met, with robust systems for audits, compliance, and reporting.
• Manage accurate reporting of all SHEQ data including Near Misses, Accidents, RIDDORs, HiPos, LTI's, environmental metrics, and social initiatives.
• Oversee the development and delivery of training, ensuring all colleagues hold the required competencies and qualifications.

Risk, Investigation & Assurance

• Lead major incident investigations, delivering comprehensive reports and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Conduct close‑out reviews and present findings at Accident & Incident Review Boards.
• Monitor the SHEQ Risk & Opportunity Register, identifying and mitigating emerging risks.

Operational Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work in partnership with operational leaders to embed safe systems of work and engineering best practice.
• Build strong relationships with external regulators including HSE, EHO, and relevant industry forums.
• Support key commercial activities, including bid responses, tender interviews, and competitive dialogue, showcasing SHEQ excellence.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and develop the SHEQ & Compliance team, ensuring the function is fully resourced and high‑performing.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional support to drive capability, consistency, and continuous improvement.