Head of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality

Head of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality

Up to £115,000 + Car Allowance and Benefits

London and the Southeast

Are you a strategic leader passionate about shaping health, safety, environment and quality culture in complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects? We're seeking a Head of HSEQ to lead the health, safety, environment and quality agenda for a major civil engineering and utilities service provider. This senior leadership role will require embedding best practices, establishing high standards, and influencing culture at all levels of operations.

Key responsibilities

• Leading and championing HSEQ strategy and culture across all projects and regional offices.
• Overseeing governance, compliance, and assurance activities aligned with ISO standards and client requirements.
• Managing risk assessments, incident investigations, and ensuring the effectiveness of safety controls on-site.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, regulators, and supply chain partners to uphold the organisation's high standards.

The ideal candidate will have

• Proven senior leadership experience in civil engineering, construction or infrastructure sectors (utilities experience beneficial).
• Demonstrable success in embedding safety culture, managing complex projects, and improving HSEQ performance.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and motivate multidisciplinary teams.

If you are ready to make a real impact in a dynamic, safety-focused environment, we want to hear from you.