GDS Partners

GDS Partners are recruiting an HSE Lead on behalf of a leading Building Services Engineering contractor, for a permanent position based in London with regular travel across the UK. About the Client: Our client is a well-established Building Services Engineering contractor delivering complex Mechanical, Electrical, and Building Services projects across the UK. With an excellent reputation for quality, innovation, and safety, they continue to grow across a diverse portfolio of commercial, healthcare, education, residential, and industrial projects. About the Role: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental professional to take ownership of HSE performance across multiple projects nationwide. The successful candidate will lead a team of HSE Advisors while supporting project teams across London, Birmingham, Bristol, and Northern Ireland. The role is primarily London-based but will require regular travel to projects throughout the UK, including monthly visits to the company's head office Main Duties Lead and develop the company's Health, Safety & Environmental strategy across multiple live projects. Manage, mentor, and support a team of HSE Advisors across the UK. Carry out regular site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews. Ensure full compliance with current health and safety legislation, company procedures, and client requirements. Review and approve RAMS, permits, and other HSE documentation. Lead investigations into incidents, accidents, and near misses, ensuring effective corrective actions are implemented. Monitor HSE performance, producing reports and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Promote a positive and proactive safety culture across all business operations. Build strong relationships with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and senior leadership teams. Provide coaching, guidance, and technical support to operational teams on all HSE matters. Support external audits and maintain compliance with ISO management systems where applicable. Requirements NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. Chartered or working towards Chartered Membership of IOSH (desirable). Previous experience managing HSE teams across multiple projects. Strong Building Services, M&E, or Construction background. Excellent knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations. Experience carrying out audits, inspections, incident investigations, and behavioural safety initiatives. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Full UK Driving Licence. Willingness to travel nationwide, including monthly visits to the head office. What's on Offer £80,000 - £90,000 DOE. Comprehensive package including accommodation when travelling. Permanent position with a leading Building Services Engineering contractor. Opportunity to lead HSE across a growing national project portfolio. Excellent long-term career progression within an established organisation. If you would like to hear more, please apply or contact Eamonn on the contact details below. Phone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)