Job Description

Head of Safety, Health, Wellbeing and Environment (SHEW&E)

Location: Rugby / Hybrid

Talented people are the key to our success

Shape a safer, more sustainable future with us.

At Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, our Energy Business Unit delivers vital infrastructure across the UK's energy landscape -- from nuclear to renewables. We're now seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Safety, Health, Wellbeing and Environment (SHEW&E) to lead and inspire our approach to SHEW&E across the Energy portfolio.

The Role:

This is a key senior leadership role, responsible for defining, delivering, and continuously improving our SHEW&E strategy. You will report to the Business Unit's Senior Management Team (SMT) and be a strategic driver in achieving compliance, excellence, and our 100% Safe vision. You will also uphold our Perfect Delivery and sustainability commitments across all sites and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic support to the SMT to implement the Business Unit's Close the Gap plans and long-term objectives. Ensure ongoing compliance with safety, health, wellbeing, and environmental legislation, industry regulations, and Morgan Sindall's internal standards. Identify and drive improvements, aiming for best-in-class practices across SHEW&E disciplines. Inspire and lead a high-performing SHEQ&S team, fostering a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement. Offer expert advice and guidance to managers, employees, subcontractors, and partners. Ensure robust and transparent reporting across SHEQ&S matters, enabling data-led decision-making. Champion a proactive, integrated approach to mental health, wellbeing, and occupational health within a high-hazard sector. Support bid and tender teams by contributing to SHEW&E elements of PQQs and proposals. Lead by example in living and promoting our company values of

Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation

.

The Candidate:

We're looking for an experienced SHEW&E leader who brings a blend of strategic thinking, operational excellence, and genuine people leadership. You'll have a visible presence across our sites and projects and be passionate about shaping a culture where everyone goes home safe, every day.

Essential Criteria:

Proven senior leadership experience in a similar SHE or HSE role, ideally within infrastructure, energy, nuclear, or other complex project environments. Chartered Membership of IOSH (CMIOSH) or equivalent professional body. NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6+ qualification) in Occupational Health and Safety. Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and sustainable construction practices. Demonstrated ability to influence at all levels - from boardroom to site operatives. Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and developing SHE professionals and wider teams. Experience in managing risk in high-hazard, regulated industries. Track record of delivering measurable improvements in SHEW&E performance. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to contribute to successful bid strategies.

What's in it for you?

Below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.


Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days Flexible and adaptable working Family friendly policies and work/life approach Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support Contributory pension scheme Annual bonus scheme (up to 30%) Recognition scheme and long service awards Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role) We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

About our Energy business unit

We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators.



Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair and refurbishment services.



We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment. Talented people are the key to our success, so if this sounds like you, apply now.


Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People 'Two Ticks' accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.


Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.