Health & Safety Director

I’ve partnered with an established groundworks and civil engineering contractor, looking for an experienced an driven individual to join them in the business-critical appointment of Health & Safety Director. You will be a board-level leader able to set safety strategy, manage compliance and drive continuous improvement across the business.

As a strategic leader, you will be expected to:

• Design, implement, and evaluate group-wide Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies.
• Oversee critical groundworks hazards, including deep excavations, heavy plant movement, lifting operations, and concrete/RC frame structures.
• Ensure adherence to UK safety laws, Construction (Design and Management) regulations, and ISO standards (such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001).
• Manage and mentor internal H&S managers, advisors, or site inspectors.
• Act as the primary contact for the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), local authorities, insurers, and main contractors.
• Lead accident investigations, review RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements), and drive a proactive safety culture.

This is a crucial appointment for the business. As a figurehead for Health & Safety, you be managing the team and working collaboratively to drive the business forward. You will be able to positively challenge to ensure the business moves forward.

Key qualifications include:

• Diploma in Health and Safety (or relevant degree)
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate
• Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) (or working towards)
• Extensive senior-level experience acting as a Senior/Group H&S Manager, Head of Safety, or H&S Director within civil engineering or groundworks

An opportunity for someone who is looking to join a forward-thinking business, with buy-in and a desire to establish themselves at the forefront of Health & Safety within the groundworks sector. You will earn an excellent salary of £(phone number removed) plus car/car allowance, bonus and full package. Please contact for further information
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed