Head of Health & Safety (SHEQ)

Head of Health & Safety (SHEQ)

Rate – £600 (A Day)

Duration – 3 Months (Initially)

Location – Hybrid (Multiple sites)

IR35 – Inside (Must use an umbrella company)

We're looking for an influential Head of SHEQ to lead our Health & Safety strategy across both field and office environments. This senior role offers significant accountability, visibility, and the opportunity to embed a true safety‑first culture.

What You'll Do

Lead the design and delivery of H&S strategy across the organisation
* Own all policies, procedures, and in‑life monitoring
* Drive performance against key H&S KPIs
* Manage external audits and regulatory compliance
* Identify, mitigate and monitor all H&S risks
* Coach leaders to build strong safety capability
* Champion a safety‑first culture through engagement and awareness

What Success Looks Like

95%+ compliance in field audits
* 98% CDM and fire‑stopping compliance
* Clear risk mitigation plans with measurable KPIs
* Strong performance in all external audits

About You

IOSH Leading Safety (or equivalent)
* Strong experience influencing exec and board stakeholders
* Proven leadership of managers and operational teams
* Excellent communicator with strong governance and influencing skills
* Ideally from a Telco, Manufacturing, Utilities, or Construction background