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Network Plus

Maintains, builds, and delivers utility infrastructure

Divisional Head of HSEQ

Environmental Health & SafetyUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeWorsley, Manchester, UK£80k - £95k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Substantial senior management experience in HSEQ, including proven experience managing large teams across multiple locations and contracts.
  • Experience leading in a multi-sector, high-risk operational environment.
  • A proven record as a lead incident investigator.
  • HSEQ qualifications: NEBOSH Diploma or degree equivalent.
  • IEMA qualification or equivalent environmental degree.
  • Quality Management qualifications.
  • Lead Investigator training.
  • Competence in report writing, data analysis, and using IT tools including Excel and safety databases.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of multi-contract-specific HSEQ strategies aligned with the Group’s governance framework.
  • Provide strategic oversight and assurance to ensure HSEQ risks are identified, assessed, and managed consistently across all contracts.
  • Lead a team of HSEQ Managers and Advisors, ensuring clear responsibilities, capability development, and high performance.
  • Act as lead investigator for major HSEQ incidents, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and effective corrective action.
  • Deliver management information reports, analysing trends and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Liaise with client stakeholders through transparent reporting, collaboration, and delivery of best practice.
  • Maintain and improve the assurance framework to monitor HSEQ risk controls across contracts.
  • Contribute to group-wide initiatives by sharing insights, lessons learned, and innovations.
  • Provide guidance and support on regulatory developments to keep the directorate compliant and prepared for future requirements.
  • Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including enforcing authorities and industry bodies.
  • Promote, implement, and sustain excellence in HSEQ performance across water, energy, and gas contracts.
  • Deliver the HSEQ business plan and embed continuous improvement across operations.
  • Champion proactive risk management, compliance assurance, and innovation in health, safety, environmental, and quality management.
  • Ensure effective application of internal standards and regulatory frameworks and align systems to external standards.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience working within the utility or infrastructure sectors.
  • Chartered membership of professional bodies.

About the Company

Network Plus

Maintains, builds, and delivers utility infrastructure

Network Plus provides utility and infrastructure services across the UK, supporting the maintenance, construction, and delivery of essential services in sectors such as wastewater, power, local infrastructure, gas, telecoms, and water. It delivers end-to-end solutions for infrastructure projects, handling planning, design, construction, and ongoing maintenance, with revenue generated mainly through long-term contracts with clients like local authorities and large utility companies. The company differentiates itself through a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and the adoption of new technologies and methods to improve service delivery on large-scale projects that require specialized equipment and expertise. Its goal is to ensure critical infrastructure remains reliable and efficient, supporting sustainable operations and long-term client relationships.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Salford, United Kingdom
Founded
2000

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