Head of Health, Safety and Environmental

Company Overview

W Talent Manufacturing and Engineering are in an exclusive partnership with a Global Building Material Manufacturer to find a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Health, Safety and Environmental for the UK & Ireland. Our client are growing via product growth and acquisition and becoming a true leader in innovation and best practice for manufacturing products for the building and construction industry. They are a true safety first culture but this role is enhancing their commitment to their safety journey.

Job Role

W Talent Manufacturing and Engineering are in an exclusive partnership with a Global Building Material Manufacturer to find a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Health, Safety and Environmental for the UK & Ireland. This is a pivotal strategic role tasked with transforming the safety culture across multiple manufacturing sites, embedding a proactive, positive safety mindset, and ensuring full legal compliance. You will be the driving force behind a consistent and high-impact approach to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) performance, working closely with operational and non-operational teams across the region

Key Responsibilities

• Health and Safety Strategy: Develop and implement a health and safety strategy that aligns with the company's goals and objectives, ensuring a proactive and prevention-based approach.
• Regulatory Compliance: Act as the point of contact for the HSE Inspectors, facilitating site inspections and reviews. Stay up-to-date with relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards, and ensure the facility's compliance with all relevant laws.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct and review risk assessments, including hazard identification and process safety assessments, to mitigate potential health and safety risks.
• Training and Education: Create and deliver health and safety training programs for employees, contractors, and visitors, ensuring a culture of safety awareness and competence.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations of workplace incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions to avoid future recurrences.
• Health and Safety Reporting: Prepare regular health and safety reports for senior management and regulatory authorities, providing insights and recommendations.
• Audits and Inspections: Conduct regular audits and inspections to assess compliance, identify areas for improvement, and track progress.
• Safety Culture: Inspire a strong, consistent safety culture through visible leadership, coaching, and clear communication
• Environmental Compliance: Maintain the ISO 14001 management system, working with site teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability goals.

Qualifications and Person Specification

• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent - minimum expectation
• Proven experience working as part of a Senior Leadership team
• A background in a manufacturing environmental is essential
• Multi-site leadership experience is preferred with significant experience in management
• Strong knowledge of relevant, regulations, and best practices
• Knowledge of current and future safety regulation changes
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach
• Leadership and team development
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement

What's on Offer

• A leadership package that includes salary, car allowance, 20% bonus potential and further benefits
• Work with a globally recognised and highly trusted industry leader
• Be part of a culture that genuinely cares - for people, communities, and sustainability
• Thrive in a diverse, inclusive environment that values innovation, accountability, and wellbeing
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model built on trust