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Head of Safety, Wellbeing & Sustainability

Head of Safety, Wellbeing & Sustainability

Principal People Recruitment
locationRampton, Cambridge CB24 8QE, UK
Non-Clinical / Business Services / Other
Permanent
GPB 75,000 - GPB 85,000 per year
Looking to take the next step in your career?

Are you an experienced Health & Safety Manager or Senior HSE professional ready to take on a Head of role? We re partnering with a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to raising the bar in health, safety, wellbeing, and sustainability.

This is your opportunity to take on a leadership position and make a real impact or perhaps you are already an astute leader within the industry looking for a fresh challenge.

The Role: We re looking for a passionate and driven leader to take ownership of the company s Health, Safety, Wellbeing & Sustainability strategy.

This is a high-profile role where you will have the autonomy to shape policies, influence senior stakeholders, and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

You ll be at the forefront of developing initiatives that not only ensure compliance but also foster a proactive, engaged, and safety-first mindset across the organisation.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy building relationships at all levels, and want to make a tangible difference, this is the role for you.

This role is UK-wide, offering a hybrid working model with 2 days per week in the Head Office near Wembley and the remaining time spent either on-site or working from home.

What You ll Be Doing:
  • Creating and implementing a forward-thinking Health, Safety, Wellbeing & Sustainability strategy aligned with business objectives.
  • Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards, while embedding best practices across the organisation.
  • Leading, inspiring, and mentoring a team to embed a strong culture of safety, sustainability, and wellbeing.
  • Driving sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact and improve corporate social responsibility efforts.
  • Working closely with senior stakeholders, clients, and regulators, ensuring strong relationships and a client-centric approach.
  • Analysing performance data and using insights to implement continuous improvement strategies.
  • Developing and leading training initiatives to enhance awareness and engagement.
What We re Looking For:
  • An experienced Health & Safety Manager, Senior HSE Professional, or an existing Head of who has or is currently managing a team of two HSEQ professionals.
  • Experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor.
  • Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and sustainability frameworks, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
  • Background in the infrastructure, construction, or major projects sector.
  • Excellent client-facing experience and the ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • A flexible, dynamic, and collaborative approach with exceptional communication skills.
  • A strategic mindset with the ability to develop and execute long-term plans.
  • ISO experience is essential, along with a NEBOSH Construction or equivalent qualification.
What s in It for You?
  • Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 per annum.
  • Car Allowance: £7,000 + Mileage, Food and accommodation Expenses when required.
  • Working Hours: 40-hour working week.
  • Accident & Life Assurance: Provided after 3 months of employment.
  • Annual Leave: 26 days of holiday per year + Bank Holidays.
  • Pension Scheme: Auto-enrolment with People s Pension (3% employer, 5% employee contribution)
  • Training & Development: Investing in people, offering job-specific training and career development opportunities.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you re a strategic leader with the drive and passion to take on this exciting role, we want to hear from you so apply now

Let s work together to find the right person for this incredible opportunity!

Salary range

  • GPB 75,000 - GPB 85,000 per year