7 jobs found

Competitive pay Expression of interest - Operations Director Location: Birmingham Contract: Full Time Permanent Join us on our new, exciting contract with Birmingham City Council Mears Group has been awarded a major new 10-year partnership with Birmingham City Council to deliver repairs, maintenance, and planned investment work across 11,500 homes in central and west Birmingham. This contract represents one of our most significant projects in the city and will create a wide range of opportunities across our operational teams. We are now building our talent pool ahead of our contract go-live on 1 July 2026 and are inviting Expressions of Interest for an experienced Operations Director who would like to be considered once formal recruitment opens in the coming weeks. Submitting an expression of interest does not guarantee employment, nor does it provide salary or detailed role information at this stage. It simply ensures that you are first to be contacted when full job details, including pay, working hours, and application timelines, are confirmed. About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Operations Director to initially support the implementation of the new contract and to hold full responsibility and accountability for the operations and aftercare functions, ensuring the effective delivery of projects from initial conception through to completion of the defect's liability period, supporting Birmingham City Council to deliver modern, responsive, tenant focused service. This is a senior leadership role with strategic and operational accountability for the contract's delivery, commercial performance, Health & Safety, and customer satisfaction. You will ensure all projects are delivered on sound operational and commercial principles, working collaboratively with design, commercial, technical and customer care teams to achieve successful outcomes. As Operations Director, you will lead the development and maintenance of key client relationships, ensure SHEQ requirements are fully embedded across all activity, and provide strategic oversight of resourcing, recruitment and capability to support current and future business needs. You will also be responsible for implementing group policies and developing departmental policies and procedures as required. Key Responsibilities: Provide overall leadership and accountability for the Operations and Aftercare functions, ensuring effective delivery from project inception through to defects liability Lead on Health & Safety and SHEQ compliance, chairing monthly SHEQ meetings and setting clear standards across all projects Ensure strong commercial control, programme delivery and performance management across all live sites Drive collaborative working between operations, technical, commercial and customer care teams Maintain and develop key client relationships, ensuring consistently high levels of customer satisfaction Oversee project progress and delivery, implementing corrective actions to meet contractual and programme targets Lead on resourcing, recruitment and retention, ensuring departments are appropriately staffed Prepare and present board and senior management reports, providing insight on performance, risk and opportunity Support tender activity and mobilisation, ensuring operational input and resourcing is in place Ensure group and departmental policies, procedures and management systems are implemented and maintained Key Criteria: Proven senior operational leadership experience within social housing repairs and maintenance, with responsibility for departments, people and live contracts Strong commercial and contractual understanding, with experience managing financial performance and delivery Demonstrable ability to lead, influence and manage teams, including recruitment and retention Strong focus on Health & Safety, compliance and customer satisfaction Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills IT-literate, with experience using Microsoft Office and working knowledge of Microsoft Project Organised, adaptable and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment CSCS and GCSE (or equivalent) essential NVQ in Site Management and/or professional qualification (CIOB or equivalent) desirable Full UK driving licence All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Francesca Swan url removed If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

Health, Safety & Compliance Advisor Location: Worcestershire & Surrounding Areas Package: £40,000 - £45,000 + Company Vehicle + Benefits Ready to take the next step in your Health & Safety career? Assured Safety Recruitment is recruiting for a Health, Safety & Compliance Advisor to support a well-established construction and infrastructure organisation operating across Worcestershire and the surrounding region. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Health & Safety professional who enjoys being out on site, working closely with operational teams, and driving high standards of safety and compliance across multiple projects. The Role Reporting into the Head of SHEQ, you'll be responsible for ensuring compliance across the business through site inspections, audits, investigations, training support, and ongoing engagement with operational teams. The role is a mixture of field-based and office-based work, providing support to managers, supervisors and site personnel while helping to develop and maintain a positive safety culture throughout the organisation. Key Responsibilities Conduct site inspections, audits and behavioural safety observations. Support managers and operational teams with Health & Safety compliance. Review and assist with Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS). Investigate incidents, accidents and near misses. Produce audit findings, reports and improvement recommendations. Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings and inductions. Monitor training, qualifications and competency compliance. Promote safe working practices and challenge unsafe behaviours. Assist with the development of SHEQ procedures and initiatives. Liaise with clients, contractors and external stakeholders on Health & Safety matters. What We're Looking For Essential NEBOSH General Certificate or NEBOSH Construction Certificate. UK Driving Licence. Good understanding of UK Health & Safety legislation. Knowledge of Work at Height Regulations and PUWER. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to engage effectively with site operatives, supervisors, managers and clients. Good IT and report-writing skills. Desirable Experience within construction, infrastructure, civil engineering or related sectors. Experience carrying out site audits and inspections. Incident investigation experience. Strong organisational and time management skills. A proactive approach to promoting Health & Safety best practice. If you're a Health & Safety professional looking for a varied, site-focused role with genuine career development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Assured Safety Recruitment are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company operating across the UK. We recruit all roles in the Health and Safety industry including Health and Safety Advisor, Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director, and HSE, HSEQ, SHEQ, QHSE, EHS positions. Once we have received your details, we will be in touch within 14 days if your application has been successful for the role. Wherever possible we do try to contact all of our applicants directly, however sometimes due to a large volume of applicants this isn t always possible. If you have not been contacted within 14 days of applying, unfortunately this means your application has not been successful, but we may keep your details on file for future opportunities.

Compliance and Performance Manager Edinburgh 55,000 - 60,000 + Car / Allowance & 5% Bonus Brief Compliance and Performance Manager needed for a large well known Facilities Management organisation based in Edinburgh who are looking to employ an experienced and well-rounded Compliance and Performance Manager that takes pride in their work. The Compliance & Performance Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for the governance, assurance, compliance and performance framework across the account. The role holder is responsible for leading the contract's compliance and performance arrangements, ensuring that operational delivery is supported by strong audit, assurance, reporting, document control and improvement processes. This includes oversight of contractual compliance, statutory compliance, quality systems, governance routines, audit readiness, risk and action tracking, performance reporting and the integrity of the account's evidence base. Benefits Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 per annum 25 day's holiday Variable annual bonus based 5-15% Company car / Allowance Private healthcare Pension Plan Career Progression What the role entails: Some of the main duties of the Compliance and Performance Manager will include: Lead the compliance and performance function across the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh account, ensuring all contractual, statutory, quality, audit and governance obligations are effectively managed and evidenced. Act as the senior lead for governance, assurance, reporting and contract integrity across the account. Develop, maintain and continuously improve the account-wide compliance and performance framework to support safe, compliant and effective service delivery. Ensure that all relevant contractual obligations are understood, monitored and appropriately evidenced across the Facilities and Ancillary service arrangements. Own and manage the account's audit and assurance regime, including statutory compliance, service compliance, commercial compliance, governance compliance and SHEQ-related assurance activity. Lead internal and external audit preparation, coordination and follow-up, ensuring that findings are understood, actions are assigned and close-out is evidenced. Ensure all audit actions, non-conformances, improvement plans and corrective actions are robustly managed, tracked and closed within agreed timescales. Oversee the production of monthly, quarterly and annual compliance and performance reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, consistency and high evidential standards. Validate performance information and challenge data quality, inconsistencies or weak reporting where standards are not met. Maintain effective governance routines, trackers, registers and reporting mechanisms to provide clear visibility of compliance status, performance trends, risks, actions and emerging issues. Support the Account Director, Estates Director and Senior Leadership Team with performance insight, compliance visibility, assurance updates and risk-based recommendations. Provide leadership and coordination for all compliance-related reporting, governance packs, action trackers, risk logs, assurance dashboards and supporting documentation. Ensure robust document control and records management arrangements are in place for compliance documentation, audit evidence, statutory records, policies, procedures, service outputs and handback-related information. Maintain oversight of contract-critical evidence, ensuring records are complete, accurate, current, retrievable and suitable for internal, customer, corporate or external scrutiny. What experience you need to be the successful Compliance and Performance Manager: Significant experience in a senior compliance, governance, performance, assurance or contract support role within a complex FM, healthcare, technical services or PFI environment. Strong understanding of compliance, assurance and performance management in a contract-led environment. Experience of leading internal and external audits, governance reviews and structured assurance processes. Experience of producing high-quality executive and operational reporting, with strong analytical and data validation capability. Demonstrable experience of managing action plans, non-conformances, audit findings, corrective actions and improvement trackers. Strong understanding of contractual compliance, statutory compliance, reporting controls and document management. Experience of working within healthcare, critical environments or regulated service environments is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of CAFM systems, reporting tools and Microsoft Office applications. Advanced organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a complex and demanding workload. Excellent verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to influence, challenge constructively and drive action across multiple teams and functions. High attention to detail and commitment to data quality, record integrity and audit readiness. Strong understanding of confidentiality, compliance discipline and information governance. Relevant leadership experience in compliance, assurance, FM, contract support or performance management. Strong working knowledge of governance, audit, reporting and performance frameworks. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Compliance and Performance Manager to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Job Description: To support the Directors in their quest to attain and maintain the company as Best in Class in its operations Monitoring of company operations to ensure compliance with current Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, statutory legislation and standards. Periodic inspection of works in progress to assess compliance to standards. Review company Safety Health, Environmental and Quality performance and provide regular updates to the Directors and senior staff. Provide an accessible and empathetic point of contact within the business for the pastoral care of staff and operatives. Assist company staff with the development of Construction Phase Health, Safety & Environmental Plans, Quality Plans & Inspection & Test Plans. Assist project teams with planning, implementing and monitoring Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental controls. Develop and implement training plans with all staff to achieve functional competence. Support the Directors by providing specialist advice to assist with business planning, policy strategy development. Organise and lead the business s regular SHEQ meetings. Lead the business s response to accidents, incidents and near misses, including coordinating; investigations, access to expert advice, support to the team and ensuring lessons learned are defined and disseminated. Lead the relationship with Specialist Advisors (Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental) to plan and deliver the actions needed to maintain business compliance with statutory legislation and registration to ISO standards 9001, 14001, 45001. Work with Specialist Advisors (Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental) to ensure that relevant updates or changes in legislation, standards and best practice are captured and disseminated within the business. Establish a close relationship with supply chain partners, to support their Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental development to their annd the companies mutual benefit. Establish a close relationship with Governmental or other sector Groups, including where appropriate membership of sector committee or focus groups. Provide advice &/or specialised assistance to Winning Work teams in the preparation of tender bids, expression of interest documents or competence statements Provide advice &/or specialised assistance to the Directors in seeking registration to sector competency schemes, CHAS, Constructionline etc. Provide advice &/or specialised assistance to project teams in obtaining BREEAM, LEED or other environmental certification schemes. Minimum Qualifications/Skills Degree or equivalent (NVQ Level 6) in Construction or a complimentary discipline Chartered Membership of CIOB or equivalent Industry professional body Proficient computer literacy and competency in use of office 365 Competency in development and implementation of inspection, auditing & continuous improvement processes. NEBOSH Mental Health First Aider - this training can be provided. An attractive offer will be given to successful applicant, including: Salaried position Company car or car allowance 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays For all further enquiries and any querries regarding the position please contact Vale Recruitment. This job is advertised on behalf of a recruitment business.

Contracts Manager Civil Engineering Location: Scotland Permanent Salary: £80,000-£100,000 DOE + tax-free subsistence + benefits package Ref: GR1496 Gibson Recruitment Limited Job Description: Multi-national Civil Engineering contractor who, due to the award of prestigious new contracts in Scotland, have a requirement for a CONTRACTS MANAGER to join their team. The business typically undertakes large scale infrastructure works, and this fantastic opportunity presents a perfect time to join as they expand their operations in Scotland. The successful CONTRACTS MANAGER will be responsible for overseeing the management of the projects to ensure their safe and efficient delivery, while adding value to the business. The post-holder will also need to support the work winning function of the business and be able to undertake Client engagement meetings, track opportunities and support tender submissions. The role holder will be responsible for growth within Scotland with the opportunity for career development and promotion. Applicants MUST be based in Scotland and, due to the nature of work, be willing to work away from home (within Scotland) when necessary. Accommodation & tax-free subsistence, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, is on offer on top of the salary. Responsibilities: Provide leadership, oversight and support to construction teams to ensure all projects are properly resourced and delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Communicate project objectives, requirements, and stakeholder expectations clearly, ensuring full understanding across all project participants. Lead, motivate and guide internal site teams as well as external consultants and supply chain partners involved in project delivery and tender support activities. Champion excellence in safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ), promoting continuous improvement and ensuring all statutory and company requirements are met. Ensure all projects operate in full compliance with company policies, procedures, and delegated authority levels. Lead, review and challenge project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance to achieve a robust, deliverable, and commercially sound approach. Advise the Managing Director on project scheduling, progress, risks and opportunities, and present clear action plans and updates to key clients and stakeholders. Oversee legacy projects to close-out, ensuring defects, warranty items and bond obligations are completed efficiently. Identify work-winning opportunities, collaborating with the Director to engage effectively with clients. Support tender submissions with programme advice, technical input, buildability reviews, and local supply chain insights. Provide expert support to project teams, applying a strong understanding of construction processes, technology, and delivery methods. Implement the Business Management System and ensure robust monitoring, control processes, and compliance with all legal and statutory project requirements. Allocate competent and appropriate resources to project management activities to ensure successful delivery. Promote and drive service excellence, best practice, and continuous improvement initiatives across all projects. Coach, mentor, and motivate project teams, setting clear expectations and leading by example. Apply an effective performance management framework to maximise team capability and outcomes. Ensure all construction projects are designed, constructed, and certified to the required technical, legal and safety standards. What you'll need to succeed A degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management related subject Substantial experience as a project/contracts manager within a Civil Engineering environment. Ideally professionally qualified or working towards a professional qualification Previous experience of work winning activities Proven Track record of leading large and complex Civil Engineering Projects Good understanding of NEC (Various) Form of Contract Ability to monitor performance and intervene appropriately to ensure targets are achieved and exceeded Excellent interpersonal skills are required to manage a team and for relationships with Clients The ability to motivate, lead and engage diverse teams with due consideration to employee development, succession and performance management. The ability to operate effectively and harness results through cross-functional teams. Good management skills, with the ability to motivate employees to achieve high standards of compliance A strong communicator, comfortable interfacing with senior executives and external clients IT literacy What to do next: If this role sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please apply with your updated CV, or contact Graeme on the details below. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, don't hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Health & Safety Director Location: Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Salary: Up to £100,000 + Benefits Hill McGlynn are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, multi-disciplinary construction business to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Director . This is a rare opportunity to join a growing organisation and shape the future of Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) across multiple business divisions. This role is ideal for a senior Health & Safety professional who has successfully established or significantly grown a Health & Safety department within the construction industry. You'll be a strategic leader capable of driving cultural change while remaining hands-on in supporting operational excellence. The Opportunity As Health & Safety Director, you will take full ownership of the company's SHEQ function, developing and implementing a forward-thinking strategy that supports continued business growth while ensuring the highest standards of compliance, governance and operational performance. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in embedding a proactive safety culture across the business, leading a team of SHEQ professionals and ensuring best practice is maintained across every project. Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership Develop and deliver the company's SHEQ strategy in line with wider business objectives. Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and organisational culture. Anticipate emerging risks, regulatory changes and industry developments. Partner with senior leadership to integrate SHEQ into business planning and decision making. Operational Management Lead all day-to-day SHEQ activity across multiple business divisions. Provide expert Health & Safety guidance to senior managers, project teams and site personnel. Conduct site inspections, audits and compliance reviews. Ensure all incidents and near misses are investigated thoroughly, with lessons learned communicated throughout the business. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor and develop the SHEQ team. Set objectives, monitor performance and encourage continuous professional development. Promote collaboration and consistency across all business units. Compliance & Governance Maintain and continually improve the Integrated Management System, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality legislation, including CDM Regulations. Lead external audits and certification processes. Produce meaningful SHEQ performance reports for the Board and senior leadership team. Cultural Development Champion a positive Health & Safety culture throughout the organisation. Deliver toolbox talks, workshops, awareness campaigns and engagement initiatives. Encourage ownership, accountability and continuous improvement at every level. Risk Management Lead company-wide risk assessments and ensure appropriate control measures are implemented. Support the development of safe systems of work, RAMS and environmental management plans. Challenge unsafe behaviours professionally while promoting best practice. Emergency Preparedness Oversee emergency response planning, fire safety and business continuity arrangements. Ensure appropriate training exercises and emergency drills are completed. About You We're looking for an accomplished Health & Safety leader with a proven track record within the construction sector. Essential Requirements: Significant Health & Safety leadership experience within the construction industry. Previous experience establishing a Health & Safety department or leading the significant growth and development of an existing H&S function. NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent). Proven experience managing and developing SHEQ teams. Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, environmental compliance and quality management systems. Experience implementing and maintaining ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at Board level. Ability to balance strategic leadership with a practical, hands-on approach. Desirable: Chartered Member of IOSH (CMIOSH), or actively working towards chartership. Experience within a multi-disciplinary construction, utilities or property services environment. What's on Offer? Salary up to £100,000. Opportunity to shape and lead the future direction of SHEQ within a growing business. Strategic Board-level influence. Supportive senior leadership team. Long-term career progression within an ambitious organisation. If you're a driven Health & Safety leader looking to make a genuine impact and have the experience of building or transforming a Health & Safety function within construction, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Hill McGlynn for a confidential discussion.

Regional Health and Safety Manager - Social Housing Yorkshire & East Midlands 50K - 55K + Package + Bonus We're working with a leading construction and regeneration contractor to recruit an experienced Regional SHEQ Manager to support operations across Yorkshire and the East Midlands. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality professional to play a key role in driving best practice across a diverse portfolio of Social Housing projects. Working closely with Regional Directors, operational teams and the Group Head of SHE, you'll ensure the successful implementation of SHEQ systems, ISO standards and a positive safety culture throughout the business. Key Responsibilities Provide consistent SHEQ support across all regional operations. Partner with operational teams throughout the project lifecycle to ensure SHEQ considerations are embedded from planning through to completion. Support the implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of ISO management systems. Carry out site inspections, audits and active monitoring, providing clear feedback and driving continuous improvement. Investigate incidents, identify root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions. Manage responses relating to insurance claims and incident investigations. Liaise with the HSE, Environment Agency, insurers and other external stakeholders where required. Produce SHEQ performance reports and trend analysis to support business improvement. Work closely with clients, Regional Directors and operational teams to develop and implement local SHEQ strategies. Promote a positive health, safety, environmental and quality culture across the region through coaching, mentoring and engagement. Provide technical advice and guidance on SHEQ legislation, compliance and industry best practice. About You NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) in Occupational Health & Safety. Environmental qualification and a good understanding of environmental management. Recognised CITB Temporary Works qualification. Strong knowledge of Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations. Previous experience within construction, refurbishment and/or social housing environments. Specialist knowledge in areas such as asbestos, scaffolding, fire safety or gas safety would be advantageous. Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the business. A proactive, hands-on approach with the confidence to challenge and drive positive change. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Yorkshire and the East Midlands. Salary & Benefits This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary alongside an excellent benefits package, including: Competitive salary based on experience. Car allowance. Annual bonus scheme. Pension contribution. Life assurance. Private healthcare. Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking business with a strong commitment to employee development and continuous improvement. If you're an experienced SHEQ professional looking for your next regional leadership opportunity within a well-established and growing contractor, we'd love to hear from you.