Cavendish Professionals
Head of HSEQ
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Head of HSEQ
Location
North London (with travel across London & the South)
Job Type
Full-Time
Salary
Competitive + Package (DOE)
The Company
Our client is an established building services contractor delivering high-quality projects across London and the South. They primarily specialise within Precision Drilling, Groundworks, and Structural Solutions.
With a growing portfolio of work and multiple live projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Head of HSEQ to lead and develop their Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality function.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where you will play a key role in shaping company standards, ensuring compliance, and driving a positive safety culture across the organisation.
The Role
Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will be responsible for overseeing all HSEQ activities across approximately five live projects, ensuring best practice is maintained throughout the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the company's Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality strategy.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve HSEQ policies and procedures.
- Carry out regular site inspections and audits across London and the South.
- Ensure compliance with UK health & safety legislation and industry standards.
- Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Produce reports, KPIs, and performance data for senior management.
- Manage external audits and accreditation processes including ISO standards.
- Deliver training, toolbox talks, and support site teams.
- Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the business.
- Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies on all HSEQ matters.
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Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior HSEQ Manager or Head of HSEQ within the construction or building services sector.
- Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation.
- ISO 9001/14001/45001 Knowledge.
- Experience within Groundworks/RC/Demolition/Diamond Drilling/Steel Erection/Structural Alterations.
- NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) preferred.
- Chartered IOSH membership or working towards chartership is advantageous.
- Experience managing multiple live construction projects.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
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What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Senior leadership position with autonomy to shape the HSEQ function.
- Opportunity to work with a growing contractor delivering projects across London and the South.
- Long-term career progression within an expanding business.
If you're an experienced HSEQ professional looking to take ownership of a company-wide HSEQ function and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
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