Deputy HSE Director
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Leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization's Health, Safety & Environment framework. Ensures full regulatory compliance, promotes a proactive safety culture, and minimizes risk across all operations and projects.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the organisation's HSE strategy, policies, and management system in alignment with international standards
- Maintain and update HSE governance frameworks, standards, and procedures
- Report on HSE performance to senior leadership and relevant regulatory authorities
- Lead organisation wide risk assessment processes, including hazard identification and risk control prioritisation
- Oversee incident investigation procedures, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action plans
- Manage the HSE risk register and ensure mitigating controls are implemented and monitored
- Ensure the organisation's operations comply with all applicable health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations
- Liaise with regulatory bodies, government authorities, and third party auditors
- Lead internal and external HSE audits; track and close non conformances
- Design and deliver HSE training programmes to build competency and awareness across all levels
- Champion a positive safety culture through campaigns, toolbox talks, and leadership engagement
- Coordinate emergency response planning, drills, and business continuity protocols
Requirements
- 15+ years in HSE roles, with at least 5 years in a senior management position
- Experience in FM, construction, or industrial operations environments
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent; IOSH membership preferred
- Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
- Working knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and local regulatory frameworks
- Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills
- Proven ability to drive cultural change and embed safety as a core value
- Analytical approach to risk assessment and incident investigation
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Role Purpose
- Leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s Health, Safety & Environment framework.
- Ensures full regulatory compliance, promotes a proactive safety culture, and minimizes risk to people, assets, and the environment across all operations and projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the organisation's HSE strategy, policies, and management system in alignment with international standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, local regulations).
- Maintain and update HSE governance frameworks, standards, and procedures.
- Report on HSE performance to senior leadership and relevant regulatory authorities.
- Lead organisation wide risk assessment processes, including hazard identification and risk control prioritisation.
- Oversee incident investigation procedures, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action plans.
- Manage the HSE risk register and ensure mitigating controls are implemented and monitored.
- Ensure the organisation's operations comply with all applicable health, safety, and environmental laws and regulations.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies, government authorities, and third party auditors.
- Lead internal and external HSE audits; track and close non conformances.
- Design and deliver HSE training programmes to build competency and awareness across all levels of the organisation.
- Champion a positive safety culture through campaigns, toolbox talks, and leadership engagement.
- Coordinate emergency response planning, drills, and business continuity protocols.
Experience & Qualifications
- 15+ years in HSE roles, with at least 5 years in a senior management position.
- Experience in FM, construction, or industrial operations environments.
- NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent; IOSH membership preferred.
- Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Working knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and local regulatory frameworks.
Skills & Competencies
- Comprehensive knowledge of HSE legislation, standards, and best practice.
- Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to drive cultural change and embed safety as a core value.
- Analytical approach to risk assessment and incident investigation.
- Ability to engage effectively with regulators, contractors, and senior leadership.
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