Regional Head of SHEQ

MWH Treatment are looking to strengthen our SHEQ team with a Regional Head of SHEQ based at Severn Trent region with hybrid working available. We are seeking an experienced, forward‑thinking Regional Head of SHEQ to lead Safety, Health, Environment and Quality across our Severn Trent Water framework (East Midlands). This is a pivotal leadership role, shaping SHEQ strategy and culture across a major UK water sector programme. Hybrid working is available, with regular presence across regional project sites.

You will report to the Regional Framework Director, with a key strategic link to the SHEQ & Sustainability Director UK. As the senior SHEQ leader for the region, you will foster a high‑performing, collaborative culture across our teams, partners, and client—helping to drive excellence, innovation and continuous improvement throughout AMP8 and beyond.

At MWH Treatment, we believe people matter. We empower our teams, celebrate diversity of thought, and provide the space to innovate and grow.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

SHEQ Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the delivery, monitoring and review of the MWHT SHEQ strategy and associated action plans at regional level.
• Represent MWHT as the SHEQ Lead for the Severn Trent Water framework, promoting best practice across One Supply Chain partners.
• Identify regional SHEQ focus areas and work with the Divisional and Regional Heads to set measurable, outcome-driven improvement targets.
• Provide strategic direction and expert SHEQ guidance to the Senior Management Team, client representatives and regional SHEQ teams.

Culture, People Development & Engagement

• Champion and embed the MWHT Cultural Development Programme to strengthen behaviours, ownership and engagement across the region.
• Set clear expectations, roles and responsibilities for the SHEQ team, ensuring robust professional development pathways and succession planning.
• Lead by example and be a visible advocate for MWHT and Severn Trent SHEQ standards, values and behaviours.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration, open communication and a culture of continuous improvement.

  Assurance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain, improve and assure the effectiveness of SHEQ Management Systems, ensuring full compliance with legislation and MWHT requirements.
• Organise, support and deliver internal and external audits, inspections and assurance activities.
• Ensure robust identification, assessment and control of SHEQ risks throughout project lifecycles.

• Proven experience managing a multi-disciplinary SHEQ team in construction, utilities or a similar environment.
• Strong leadership capability with experience influencing senior stakeholders and complex project teams.
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent).
• Competent and trained risk assessor with an environmental qualification.
• Chartered member of IOSH (CMIOSH)
• Ability to collect, analyse and interpret large volumes of data with accuracy and insight.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills at all organisational levels.
• Strong understanding of SHE legislation, ACoPs and industry standards.
• High level of competence with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Visio, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Organised, adaptable, and confident making decisions while recognising when escalation is appropriate.