Head of HSEQ (Southern) - St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0PGAbout BarhaleWho are Barhale? Barhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including:WaterTransportBuilt environmentEnergyWe operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985.Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including:TunnellingMEICATemporary and permanent designSteel-fabricationSigns (design and fabrication)Health & safety equipment and products, including PPECompany Website:https://www.barhale.co.uk/Company Showcase Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFqsoclCUZAWhy join Barhale?As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to business strategy, ethos and philosophies.Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemesA broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and clientsStrong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver of our successHead of HSEQThe RoleAs Head of HSEQ, you will manage and support the HSEQ Managers and HSEQ Advisory Team within the area of your control to meet the requirements of the Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Management systems. Lead and champion HSEQ initiatives such as the Be Healthy & Be Safe, Be Sustainable Be Green and Front Foot Safety plans within areas of your control, whilst ensuring that legislation is adhered to. Assist the HSEQ Director in working on further developing and embedding HSEQ Management Systems and strategic actions at a corporate level to enable continual business improvement. An additional function will be to review our Health & Safety and Environmental Training Strategy and maintain its structure and content to meet the ongoing business needs.Key ResponsibilitiesOccupational HealthSupport the provision of Occupational Health within the regions of control, under the direction of the HSEQ DirectorAssist the communication and promotion of the monthly themesPromote the value of Occupational Health & Wellbeing at a local levelManage and lead HSEQ Team Members for allocated areas of controlProvide consistent and accurate HSEQ Leadership, support and advice to HSEQ Team membersGive HSEQ Leadership support to regions on HSEQ initiatives, issues and problemsEnsure regional HSEQ statistics are maintained and reported corporately to identify trends and determine proactive initiativesDeliver Leadership, support and focus to the HSEQ Team on our Be Right First-Time initiatives and monitor our Quality Control as defined by the HSEQ Systems & Audit ManagerCollaboration and Client SupportBe our Lead HSEQ representative for Client support for the region under your controlEnsure Client-led HSEQ Forums are represented by the HSEQ Team at the appropriate level and support lessons learnt, feedback, and sharing of best practicesForm collaborative relationships with Client senior HSEQ representativesHSEQ Communications and HSE StatisticsContribute to general communications at a company levelEnsure the HSEQ Team create lessons learntCommunications and communicates HSEQ alerts following incidents and poor-quality standards to promote learning and prevention, and continual improvementPrepare Weekly HSEQ Flash Reports for cascadeSupport the HSEQ Director in maintaining HSEQ performance statistics monthly as requestedAccident/Incident InvestigationsLead HSEQ Team investigation reviews for HSE investigations to ensure root cause(s) are properly defined and appropriate, as well as ensuring actions support future preventionKeep local and corporate senior management informed on statusEnsure the identification of root causesLead, support and review HSE alerts / Flash reports as aboveAct as an independent Lead Investigator in other areas of the business under the direction of the HSEQ DirectorHSEQ MonitoringConduct regular leadership visits to support and lead by example within the areas of your controlCarry out two HSEQ Inspections every month in the area of your controlAct as a role model for HSEQ in the area under your controlFacilities Management at Company PremisesProvide HSEQ management support for Facilities Managers at the company premises on HSE-related issues and provisionsCheck HSEQ Team monitoring of HSE standards at company premises and ensure legal obligations are being upheld About youEssentialNEBOSH Diploma or equivalent as a minimum, but ideally IOSHCEnv (Chartered Environmentalist) or equivalent as a minimum, but ideally an associate ISEP (The Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Practices)Thorough knowledge of quality controls associated with company workAnalytical skills to interpret detailed information and regulationsHigh standard of written EnglishExcellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with staff and operatives at all levelsExcellent use of MS Office – Word, Excel and PowerPointCSCS Safety Professional cardLeadership and mentoring skills, with proven ability in developing the HSEQ team members and encouraging them to work independently to meet tight deadlinesDesirableSHE experience within a civil engineering environment and experience in the rail sectorCaring and investing in youOur values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by.Competitive salaryCompany PensionLife AssurancePrivate Medical25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days8 hours volunteeringEmployee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeingFlexible benefits via salary sacrificeCompany car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)Leadership & management training and coachingRegular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progressionDevelopment supported by internal and externally delivered trainingContinuous service awardsWould you like to know more?Please contact our Recruitment team via careers@barhale.co.uk
