Overview

Principal People is delighted to present an outstanding opportunity for a Health, Safety & Environmental professional to join a successful and well-established Construction & Infrastructure organisation. This role offers the chance to lead a team of HSE professionals, overseeing a portfolio of key projects across, predominately, the North Home Counties.

Our client is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking HSE Manager who will enjoy autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a significant impact. Working closely with key stakeholders, clients, and the Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will drive performance, ensure compliance, and build upon the excellent foundations established by the wider organisation. Reporting directly to the Head of HSE, this hybrid role provides a varied working environment.

Time will be divided between working from home, the Office in North West London, and visiting key client sites throughout the North Home Counties. This is a rare opportunity to take on a leadership role with substantial influence and scope, shaping the future of HSE within a dynamic and highly respected organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSE across a growing regional utilities framework.
• Sit on the senior leadership team, working closely with operational directors.
• Manage and coach an HSE professional, while shaping future team growth.
• Champion behavioural safety initiatives.
• Work directly with the client and internal stakeholders to embed best practice and compliance.
• Deliver and evolve the HSE strategy for long-term improvement and cultural growth.

What’s in it for you?

• Join a market-leading Infrastructure organisation with strong growth.
• A salary up to £75,000 with a benefits package, including a £6,000 Car Allowance or Company Car, 28 days annual leave, private healthcare, enhanced pension scheme, and bonus.
• A stable position with opportunities for internal progression and future growth.
• Fully funded CPD opportunities.

Requirements

• A broad awareness of a variety of construction activities, including civil engineering, demolition and utilities.
• NEBOSH General or Construction or equivalent.
• Experience in leading a team.
• Experience in a client-facing role.
• A strong personality with an integral and collaborative approach.
• Flexibility to travel to SLT & client meetings when required.
• A desire to drive forward an existing successful function.

Beneficial

• Experience within the water industry.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience leading a team on large-scale infrastructure or construction projects.

If the opportunity is of interest, please apply today or email me on (url removed).