Key Responsibilities
EHS Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement the organisation's EHS strategy aligned with corporate objectives and operational priorities.
- Lead the organisation in creating a proactive and sustainable safety culture.
- Provide strategic EHS leadership to executive teams and senior management.
- Establish group-wide EHS policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
Regulatory Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and environmental legislation across all operational locations.
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure organisational readiness and compliance.
- Oversee regulatory engagement, inspections, and compliance reporting.
- Ensure compliance with relevant international standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
Risk Management
- Lead enterprise-wide EHS risk identification and mitigation strategies.
- Oversee hazard identification, risk assessments, and control frameworks.
- Implement proactive risk management practices to minimise workplace incidents and environmental impact.
- Ensure robust incident investigation processes and root cause analysis.
Environmental & Sustainability Leadership
- Lead the organisation's environmental management strategy including waste management, emissions control, and environmental compliance.
- Drive sustainability initiatives and environmental performance improvement programmes.
- Ensure environmental reporting and compliance with regulatory authorities.
Operational Oversight
- Provide oversight and support for EHS performance across all operational sites and projects.
- Ensure EHS standards are embedded in engineering, construction, maintenance, and operational activities.
- Monitor performance through KPIs, audits, and performance reviews.
EHS Management Systems
- Develop, implement, and maintain the organisation's EHS Management Systems.
- Ensure alignment with international standards such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
- Lead internal and external audits and certification processes.
- Drive continuous improvement through structured management systems.
People Leadership & Culture
- Lead and develop the organisation's EHS team across multiple locations.
- Provide coaching, training, and professional development for EHS professionals and operational leaders.
- Promote leadership accountability for safety performance at all organisational levels.
- Champion behavioural safety and employee engagement programmes.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with operational leadership teams to embed EHS into day-to-day business operations.
- Work with clients, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure high safety and environmental standards.
- Represent the organisation on EHS matters with regulatory bodies and industry organisations.
Budget & Resource Management
- Manage EHS departmental budgets and resource planning.
- Evaluate and implement investments in safety systems, technology, and training.
- Ensure efficient use of resources to achieve EHS performance targets.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strategic EHS leadership and governance
- Deep knowledge of environmental and health & safety legislation
- Strong risk management and incident investigation capability
- Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems
- Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to influence organisational culture and drive behavioural change
- Effective communication and reporting skills
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Professional qualification such as NEBOSH Diploma, Chartered IOSH membership, or equivalent
- 10+ years' experience in EHS roles with significant leadership responsibility
- Experience managing multi-site or international EHS operations
- Proven track record of improving EHS performance and culture
- Experience working with complex operational environments (construction, engineering, manufacturing, or industrial sectors)
