Overview
The Health, Safety, Quality, Environment & Sustainability Director (HSQE&S) is a senior leadership role with strategic and operational responsibility for embedding best-in-class HSQE and sustainability practices across Glanua’s operations in Ireland and the UK. Reporting to the Executive Team, the role provides expert leadership, governance, and assurance that Glanua operates safely, responsibly, and sustainably, while meeting all regulatory, contractual, and ethical obligations. The HSQE & Sustainability Director will drive a proactive culture of continuous improvement, risk management, and environmental stewardship, ensuring HSQE and sustainability are integral to business strategy, project delivery, and decision-making.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
Develop, own, and deliver Glanua’s HSQE and Sustainability strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, growth plans, and client expectations.
Embed HSQE and sustainability considerations into business planning, investment decisions, and operational execution.
Act as the principal HSQE & Sustainability advisor to the Board and Executive Team, providing clear insight on risks, performance, and improvement opportunities.
Champion a strong safety, quality, and sustainability culture across all levels of the organisation.
Health & Safety Leadership
Provide strategic oversight of occupational health and safety management systems, policies, procedures, and standards to achieve a zero-harm culture.
Ensure full compliance with all applicable health and safety legislation, codes of practice, and client requirements across Ireland and the UK.
Lead and oversee the investigation of significant incidents, near misses, and high potential events, ensuring robust root cause analysis and effective corrective and preventive actions.
Promote behavioural safety, workforce engagement, and continuous improvement in safety performance.
Quality Management
Establish, implement, and continuously improve robust Quality Management Systems in line with ISO 9001 or equivalent standards.
Ensure consistent application of quality processes across projects, functions, and supply chain partners.
Monitor performance, conduct management reviews, and drive corrective actions to enhance delivery excellence and customer satisfaction.
Environmental Management
Lead the development and implementation of environmental management systems and compliance frameworks aligned with ISO 14001.
Ensure adherence to all environmental legislation, permits, and regulatory requirements.
Identify, assess, and mitigate environmental risks associated with construction, operations, and supply chain activities.
Promote best practice in environmental protection, biodiversity, pollution prevention, and resource efficiency.
Sustainability & ESG Leadership
Define and deliver measurable sustainability objectives, including carbon reduction, energy efficiency, waste minimisation, water stewardship, and circular economy initiatives.
Lead the integration of sustainability principles into project delivery, procurement, and asset management.
Oversee Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, disclosures, and performance monitoring in line with recognised frameworks and stakeholder expectations.
Engage with clients, regulators, supply chain partners, and internal teams to promote and enhance Glanua’s sustainability leadership.
Compliance, Audit & Risk Management
Lead internal and external HSQE and sustainability audits, ensuring findings are addressed and improvements embedded.
Monitor changes in legislation, standards, and industry best practice, ensuring policies, systems, and training are kept up to date.
Provide assurance to senior leadership on compliance, risk exposure, and organisational resilience.
People Leadership & Culture
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing HSQE and Sustainability team, fostering capability, accountability, and professional growth.
Build strong collaborative relationships across operations, engineering, commercial, and project teams.
Influence and support leaders and managers to take ownership of HSQE and sustainability performance within their areas of responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a senior HSQE and/or Sustainability leadership role, ideally within engineering, construction, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.
Degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Professional qualifications and certifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO Lead Auditor, IEMA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
Extensive knowledge of HSQE legislation, standards, and best practice across Ireland and the UK.
Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering strategic HSQE and Sustainability programmes at an organisational level.
Strong leadership, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to operate credibly at Board and Executive level.
Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills, with a data-driven approach to performance management.
Key Competencies
Strategic and Systems Thinking
Ethical and Values-Based Leadership
Risk Identification and Management
Change and Transformation Leadership
Collaborative and Influential Communication
Results-Oriented and Continuous Improvement Mindset
What We Offer
The opportunity to join a rapidly growing, ambitious organisation with a strong purpose and values-driven culture.
Monday to Friday working week, with early finish on Fridays.
23 days annual leave plus 10 bank holidays.
Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience.
Short Term Incentive Programme.
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing 24/7 confidential counselling support for employees and their families.
Additional benefits available on application
About Glanua
Glanua is an industry leader in delivering innovative, sustainable engineering solutions for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted partner to leading municipal and industrial clients, including Uisce Éireann (formerly Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, and Affinity Water. Driven by a commitment to addressing today’s environmental challenges, Glanua plays an active role in enabling a decarbonised and sustainable future. Our success is underpinned by our people. We believe that diverse, inclusive, and empowered teams drive innovation and excellence. With over 600 employees across Ireland and the UK, and ambitious growth plans across multiple disciplines, Glanua offers an environment where individuals are supported to grow, develop, and reach their full potential. We live our core values every day: Safety & Well-being, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, Agility, Accountability, and Diversity & Inclusion. Glanua Limited is an equal opportunities employer.
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