Head of EHS – UK & Europe
Core
Develop and implement UK & Europe EHS strategy, policies, and governance frameworks to manage risks for employees, contractors, and third-party service providers across complex projects.
Role type
Senior EHS Strategy & Leadership
Builds
Regional EHS management systems, emergency response protocols, and compliance frameworks
Domain
Energy storage, renewable energy, construction, utilities, infrastructure
Required skills
EHS strategy development, UK/European legislation knowledge, ISO 45001, risk management, incident investigation, stakeholder engagement, regulatory relations, ESG integration
Preferred skills
Leadership of cross-border teams, tendering support, audit program management
Technologies
ISO 45001
Responsibilities
Develop and implement EHS strategy and governance frameworks; Provide strategic EHS leadership to senior management; Coordinate EHS activities during project execution; Review customer EHS requirements during tendering; Establish regional emergency response systems; Lead incident management and investigations; Oversee EHS assurance programs including audits and compliance reviews; Drive safety culture through training and engagement; Maintain relationships with regulators and external stakeholders; Lead regional EHS resources; Support corporate ESG strategies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC