Head of SHEQ

Company: VickerStock
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Location: County Tyrone
Job Description:

Vickerstock are working in partnership with an established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor on the appointment of a Head of SHEQ, based in Co. Tyrone.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SHEQ professional to take a senior leadership role within a growing organisation delivering construction and infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland.

Reporting directly to Director level, you will take responsibility for the company’s Safety, Health,

Environmental and Quality functions, leading the wider SHEQ team and ensuring consistent standards, compliance and continuous improvement across multiple projects.

In your new role:

  • Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the company’s SHEQ Management Systems
  • Manage and develop the SHEQ team, providing guidance and support across operational sites
  • Ensure compliance with relevant Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality legislation across the UK and Ireland
  • Oversee ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems, audits and certification requirements
  • Develop and manage SHEQ audit and inspection programmes, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
  • Lead investigations into serious incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and appropriate preventive measures
  • Monitor SHEQ performance, reporting key metrics, risks and improvement initiatives to senior management
  • Oversee emergency preparedness, response procedures and business continuity arrangements
  • Support tender submissions and client compliance requirements
  • Work closely with operational management to promote a positive SHEQ culture and drive continuous improvement

What you will need to succeed:

  • Proven senior SHEQ management experience within civil engineering, construction, utilities or a similar high-risk environment
  • Relevant H&S qualification, such as NEBOSH, alongside a relevant degree or equivalent experience
  • Recognised auditing qualification
  • Strong working knowledge of UK and Irish Health & Safety legislation
  • Experience managing ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
  • Proven experience leading and developing SHEQ teams
  • Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills
  • Experience reporting to and influencing senior management
  • Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK and Ireland

Desirable (it would be great if you have this, but don’t worry if you don’t):

  • Chartered IOSH membership or relevant Quality professional membership
  • Experience supporting SHEQ compliance across multiple projects and jurisdictions
  • Experience delivering training and managing employee competency requirements

For a more detailed brief and a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Sam Geddis, our Health & Safety Specialist, today.

Skills:Health and Safety IOSH NEBOSH Civil Engineering Construction Windfarm SHEQ

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Posted: October 28th, 2026