HSE Director - Birmingham / Midlands, UK

Location

Birmingham, West Midlands

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

£90000 - £110000 per annum

Job Sector

Power Generation

Reference Code

BBBH36263_1790322461

Key responsibilities

Develop and lead the UK HSE strategy, translating business objectives into clear priorities, standards and improvement plans.
Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on HSE performance, regulatory compliance, operational risk and governance.
Oversee HSE management systems, assurance programmes, audits and performance reporting across the UK.
Lead, develop and support HSE managers and wider teams, establishing clear expectations and promoting accountability.
Drive improvements in safety culture, leadership engagement, contractor management and risk control.
Oversee significant incident investigations, ensuring appropriate root-cause analysis, corrective actions and lessons learned.
Work with project directors, operational leaders, clients, contractors and relevant external stakeholders to maintain and improve HSE standards.
Monitor changes in legislation, industry guidance and emerging risks, ensuring the business responds appropriately.
Use performance data and assurance findings to identify trends, address weaknesses and support continuous improvement.

Experience and qualifications

Significant senior HSE leadership experience within renewable energy, power, major construction, civil engineering, utilities or a related high-risk industry.
Experience developing and implementing HSE strategy across multiple projects, sites, regions or business units.
Strong understanding of UK HSE legislation, risk management, contractor assurance and management systems.
Experience leading and developing HSE teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
Experience improving HSE performance through effective leadership, governance and engagement.
NEBOSH Diploma or an equivalent
Chartered IOSH status

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

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