Head of SHEQ

Head of SHEQ

£60,000 - £70,000 + bonus Company car / allowance Flexible working 35 days holiday

Lead safety. Shape culture. Influence the future.

We're a leading commercial cleaning and associated services provider - and proud winners of the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards 2025:
Best Company to Work For.

Founded in 1986, we've grown into a national business without losing what matters most: our family values, people-first culture, and commitment to doing the right thing. Our success is built on three pillars - people development, customer experience, and innovation - and this role sits right at the heart of all three.

We're now looking for an exceptional Head of SHEQ to join our senior leadership team and help us raise the bar even further.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a strategic, business-critical role with real influence at all levels. You'll set the SHEQ vision for the organisation, embed positive behaviours across a complex, multi-site operation, and ensure we remain fully compliant while continuing to grow sustainably.

You won't just be "the safety lead" - you'll be a trusted advisor, cultural champion, and strategic leader, shaping how SHEQ is lived and breathed across the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Strategic Leadership

• Define and lead the SHEQ strategy, aligned to business objectives.
• Champion a strong SHEQ culture and visible leadership at every level.

Governance, Compliance & Risk

• Provide expert guidance on UK SHEQ legislation and best practice.
• Lead and maintain ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
• Ensure statutory compliance, including RIDDOR and regulatory reporting.

Vertical Cleaning Oversight

• Provide senior SHEQ oversight of our Vertical Cleaning division.
• Lead compliance with Work at Height Regulations, LOLER, PUWER and associated guidance.

Claims & Incident Management

• Act as senior lead for all SHEQ-related claims.
• Oversee investigations, root cause analysis, insurer and legal liaison.

People & Leadership

• Build, lead and develop a high-performing SHEQ team.
• Coach and influence managers to take ownership of SHEQ in their areas.

Buildings & Asset Compliance

• Hold overall responsibility for compliance across regional offices and sites.
• Ensure statutory compliance covering fire safety, asbestos, gas, electrical, water hygiene, lifting equipment and workplace safety.

About You

You're an experienced, credible SHEQ leader who's comfortable operating with Executives and Board level - and just as comfortable engaging frontline teams.

Essential

• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 qualification).
• Proven leadership of ISO and 45001 at organisational level.
• Deep knowledge of UK SHEQ legislation, HSE guidance and ACOPs.

Desirable

• IOSH membership (or equivalent).
• Senior SHEQ leadership experience in facilities management, cleaning, or other multi-site environments.
• Experience overseeing high-risk activities, including work at height and specialist operations.
• Strong background in incident investigation, RIDDOR, and claims management.
• Track record of developing and mentoring SHEQ teams.

The Package

• £60,000 - £70,000 base salary
• Performance-related bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Flexible working hours
• 35 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Office- and client-site-based role

Why Join Us?

• Award-winning employer with a genuine people-first culture
• Ethical, responsible business committed to environmental impact reduction
• Strong commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion
• Innovative approach to career development and employee experience
• A family-feel organisation where your impact will genuinely be felt

If you're ready to take ownership of SHEQ at the highest level - and want your expertise to shape culture, not just policy - we'd love to hear from you.