Head of QHSE
Milton Keynes | UK Travel | Competitive + Benefits
We are supporting the appointment of a Head of QHSE to lead Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental performance across a high-profile integrated facilities management contract for a leading client.
This senior role provides strategic oversight across 12 corporate head offices and circa 350+ retail branches nationwide, ensuring compliance, continuous improvement and a strong safety culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Hold overall responsibility for QHSE performance across a national FM portfolio, ensuring compliance with contractual, legal and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee incident investigations and reporting, ensuring appropriate regulatory assessments and driving improvements through shared learning.
- Act as the lead QHSE contact for the client, supporting strategic safety objectives and contributing to governance and performance reviews.
- Maintain effective control of higher-risk activities through strong safe systems of work and supply chain oversight.
- Lead management system compliance and continuous improvement in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, including audit coordination and corrective actions.
- Support mobilisation and operational change, embedding robust QHSE frameworks from the outset
What We’re Looking For
- NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6) or equivalent in Occupational Health & Safety.
- IOSH membership (Graduate or Chartered).
- ISO auditing qualifications or degree-level education desirable.
- Experience leading QHSE across multi-site FM or complex operational environments.
- Strong knowledge of UK statutory compliance and ISO management systems.
- Credible communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel nationally, including regular presence in Milton Keynes
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Emily.swindlehurst@shirleyparsons.com
07773978494