H&S Lead

Position: H&S Lead (Permanent)
Our client, a well-established construction and utilities company, is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Lead to support and oversee works across clean and wastewater treatment sites throughout Scotland. This is a key leadership role, reporting into the Head of HSE for Scotland and managing a small Health & Safety team.

Role Overview

The Health & Safety Lead will be responsible for driving health, safety, and environmental standards across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with legislation, company procedures, and client requirements. The role will involve a mix of site presence, team management, and strategic H&S leadership.

Key Responsibilities

* Leading and managing health & safety across clean and wastewater treatment projects

* Providing H&S support and guidance to construction and utilities teams

* Managing and mentoring a small team of H&S professionals

* Reporting into the Head of HSE for Scotland on performance, incidents, and improvements

* Conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments

* Investigating incidents, near misses, and implementing corrective actions

* Ensuring compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation

* Promoting a strong safety culture across all operational teams

Requirements

* Proven experience in a senior or lead H&S role within construction or utilities

* Strong knowledge of clean and wastewater treatment environments

* Experience managing H&S teams

* NEBOSH qualification or equivalent (essential)

* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

* Willingness to travel to sites across Scotland