Sureserve Energy Services UK is a leading provider of energy solutions, committed to delivering safe, sustainable, and innovative services across the UK. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients to support the transition to cleaner energy, improve efficiency, and maintain compliance with the highest industry standards. Our mission is to create a safer, greener future by combining technical expertise with a proactive approach to health, safety, environment and quality (SHEQ).
We’re looking for a Head of SHEQ with proven experience across the social housing, energy efficiency, and low‑carbon/renewables sectors to join our business in Bathgate.
Job Purpose
You will lead SHEQ across SES UK, aligning strategy, planning and resources with business objectives, reporting to the Managing Director and holding overall accountability for performance across all business units.
You will act as the senior point of contact for regulators including HSE and SEPA, setting the SHEQ direction and driving a culture of continuous improvement and proactive risk management.
You will develop and maintain robust SHEQ systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001), ensuring full compliance with legislation and standards.
In addition, you will lead the SHEQ function, deliver a structured change programme, embed best practice across operational teams, and ensure consistent training. Success will be measured through SHEQ performance, compliance, and cultural improvement.
Strategic Leadership
Define and lead the SHEQ strategy across the business
Deliver a transformational change programme, driving continuous improvement and proactive risk management
Champion behavioural safety and cultural improvement initiatives
Governance & Compliance
Act as the senior point of contact for all SHEQ matters
Ensure robust risk management, incident investigation and reporting processes
Lead on compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 50001
Maintain strong relationships with regulators including HSE, SEPA, and the Environment Agency
Audi & Assurance
Oversee internal audits across sites and operations
Report SHEQ performance to senior leadership and Group
Drive actions through to completion and maintain all key accreditations (CHAS, Constructionline, etc.)
Leadership & Capability
Lead and develop the SHEQ team
Ensure consistent, high-quality training across the business
Deliver coaching, toolbox talks and embed best practice at all levels
Operational Support
Partner with operational teams to achieve full compliance across programmes and projects
Support delivery against technical standards including MCS, PAS2030, PAS2035, Gas Safe and NICEIC
Ensure robust planning documentation (CPPs, RAMS) is in place and effective
Essential Skills & Experience
NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
IOSH (Graduate or above)
Proven experience in a senior SHEQ leadership role
Strong working knowledge of ISO standards and UK legislation (including CDM 2015 and Building Safety Act)
Experience operating in complex, multi-site environments
Desirable
Environmental or Quality qualifications (IEMA, IRCA, NEBOSH Environmental)
Experience supporting industry awards (RoSPA, British Safety Council)
What we offer:
Base salary up to 70k
10% Car allowance
29 days annual leave (includes statutory bank holidays and Christmas/New Year closure).
Employer-contributed pension scheme
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity leave, Flexible Benefits (Bike to Work, Health Shield care plan), and Employee Assistance Program.
Sureserve is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.
If you require adjustments during the recruitment process to enable you to perform at your best, please contact [email protected].
All successful candidates will be subject to our employment eligibility, right to work, and criminal reference checks before starting work with us.
